Salem High School is one of three public secondary schools in the Rockdale County School District in Conyers, Georgia, United States. The school educates about 1,600 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Rockdale County Public School district.
Serving 1,047 students in grades 9-12, Salem High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Salem High School's student population of 1,047 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Burgundy, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Salem High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salem High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1871 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
81%
36%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Salem High School's ranking?
Salem High School is ranked #1871 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Salem High School often compared to?
Salem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School, Rockdale County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salem High School?
The graduation rate of Salem High School is 85%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Salem High School?
1,047 students attend Salem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Salem High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem High School?
Salem High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salem High School offer ?
Salem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem High School part of?
Salem High School is part of Rockdale County School District.
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