Serving 927 students in grades 6-8, Salem Middle 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 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Salem Middle School's student population of 927 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
927 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Moving Beyond Expectations... Making Excellence is the ONLY Standard!
Salem Middle 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 Middle School is 0.17, 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
#2077 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
91%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Salem Middle School's ranking?
Salem Middle School is ranked #2077 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Salem Middle School often compared to?
Salem Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Salem Middle School?
927 students attend Salem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Salem Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salem Middle School?
Salem Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salem Middle School offer ?
Salem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salem Middle School part of?
Salem Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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