For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,288 students in Salem, UT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, UT are Foothills School, American Preparatory Academy - Salem and Mt. Loafer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, UT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Utah public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Salem have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Utah public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Salem, UT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Foothills School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
412 S 810 E
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-9172
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-9172
Grades: PK-6
| 642 students
Rank: #22.
American Preparatory Academy - Salem
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1195 S Elk Ridge Drive
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 465-4434
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 465-4434
Grades: K-10
| 555 students
Rank: #33.
Mt. Loafer School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1025 S 250 W
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-2705
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-2705
Grades: PK-6
| 668 students
Rank: #44.
Salem School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
140 W 100 S
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-1182
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-1182
Grades: PK-6
| 487 students
Rank: #55.
Valley View Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1044 E 340 S
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 609-2795
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 609-2795
Grades: 6-7
| 936 students
Salem, Utah Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
161 E 400 North
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-7029
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-7029
Grades: K-12
| 8,702 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, UT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Salem, UT include Foothills School, American Preparatory Academy - Salem and Mt. Loafer School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Salem?
5 public elementary schools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Salem are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Salem include: Foothills School vs. Mt. Loafer School, Mt. Loafer School vs. Foothills School
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