Summary:
The city of Salem, Arkansas is home to two schools - Salem Elementary School and Salem High School. While both schools perform well above the state average, Salem School District as a whole stands out, ranking 13th out of 252 districts in Arkansas and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Salem High School is a standout performer, consistently ranking among the top 26 high schools in the state over the past three years and earning a 5-star rating. The school outperforms the state average in most subject areas, particularly in English Language Arts and Science. In contrast, Salem Elementary School has a more average performance, ranking between 85-119 out of 497 elementary schools in Arkansas with a 4-star rating.
The data suggests that resource allocation and staffing may play a role in the performance gap between the elementary and high school levels. Salem High School has higher per-student spending and a lower student-teacher ratio compared to Salem Elementary School. Additionally, both schools serve a significant population of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, highlighting the need to consider socioeconomic factors when evaluating school performance and ensuring equitable access to educational resources.
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