Salem High

1993 Sun Devil Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 22464

1,690 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Salem High School, located on Sun Devil Drive in Virginia Beach, is a prominent secondary institution within the Virginia Beach City Public Schools district. Known for its distinct "Sun Devil" mascot and school spirit, the school serves a diverse student body and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. As a cornerstone of the local community, it emphasizes a balance between rigorous classroom instruction and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, ranging from competitive athletics to specialized arts and service-based clubs.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Salem High is perhaps best known for hosting the **Visual and Performing Arts Academy (VPAA)**, a highly regarded magnet program that draws talented students from across the district. This specialized academy provides intensive training in areas such as dance, music, theatre, and visual arts, fostering a creative environment that distinguishes Salem from many other schools in the region. By integrating these artistic pathways with a traditional high school experience, the school cultivates a unique culture that encourages student expression, academic achievement, and personal development.

1,690

Total Students

102.4

Full-Time Teachers

16.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

34.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Salem High
Demographic	Student Count
White	629
Hispanic	257
Black	425
Asian	159
Two or More	207
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	11

White
629 (37.2%)
Black
425 (25.1%)
Hispanic
257 (15.2%)
Two or More
207 (12.2%)
Asian
159 (9.4%)
Pacific Islander
11 (0.7%)
American Indian
2 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Phone:	(757)648-5650
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,690
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	102.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	462
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	124

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 420

Grade 10 413

Grade 11 455

Grade 12 402