Serving 92 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salem Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
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Salem Elementary School's student population of 92 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
92 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students to Achieve Without Limits
Salem Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
98%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Salem Elementary School's ranking?
Salem Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Salem Elementary School often compared to?
Salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Allen Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Salem Elementary School?
92 students attend Salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Salem Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Elementary School?
Salem Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salem Elementary School offer ?
Salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salem Elementary School part of?
Salem Elementary School is part of Mount Pleasant Community School District.
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