Salem Community Schools

District Overview
Salem Community Schools is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 500 N Harrison St in Salem, Indiana. Operating three academic facilities situated within a rural fringe setting connected to the broader Louisville/Jefferson County metropolitan area, the district provides a continuous educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Serving a student body of nearly 1,600 learners, this non-charter system delivers comprehensive core instruction and specialized programming designed to guide students successfully from early childhood development to high school graduation.

To foster a supportive learning environment across its campuses, Salem Community Schools maintains a substantial professional workforce totaling over 600 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 260 full-time equivalent teachers, 38 instructional aides, and over 300 essential support staff who together ensure strong academic guidance, individual student attention, and efficient day-to-day operations. Families, students, and educational researchers seeking additional insights into the district's programs and community offerings can visit their web portal at www.salemschools.com or contact central administration directly.
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Total Schools
1,592
Total Students
260.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Salem Community Schools
Demographic Student Count
White1,471
Hispanic52
Black5
Asian8
Two or More52
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    1,471 (92.4%)
  • Hispanic
    52 (3.3%)
  • Two or More
    52 (3.3%)
  • Asian
    8 (0.5%)
  • Black
    5 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Salem Community Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:3
Students:1,592*
Teachers (FTE):260.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.1
Schools in Salem Community Schools
Found 3 Schools