Salem Middle
1,057 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Salem Middle School, located in the rapidly growing town of Apex, North Carolina, is a key part of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is situated in a suburban community that values academic achievement and community engagement. As part of one of the largest and most highly regarded school districts in the state, Salem Middle benefits from the district's extensive resources, diverse curriculum offerings, and a structured approach to student development that aims to prepare middle-schoolers for the rigors of high school.
The school is characterized by a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that balances core academic subjects—such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—with a wide range of extracurricular activities and elective programs. These programs often include opportunities in the arts, athletics, and technology, designed to encourage student discovery and social growth. By leveraging its location within the Apex area, Salem Middle emphasizes strong home-school partnerships, encouraging parental involvement to ensure students are well-supported both in the classroom and in their personal development throughout their middle school years.
The school is characterized by a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that balances core academic subjects—such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—with a wide range of extracurricular activities and elective programs. These programs often include opportunities in the arts, athletics, and technology, designed to encourage student discovery and social growth. By leveraging its location within the Apex area, Salem Middle emphasizes strong home-school partnerships, encouraging parental involvement to ensure students are well-supported both in the classroom and in their personal development throughout their middle school years.
1,057
Total Students
59.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
19.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 545 |
| Hispanic | 159 |
| Black | 78 |
| Asian | 217 |
| Two or More | 53 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White545 (51.6%)
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Asian217 (20.5%)
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Hispanic159 (15.0%)
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Black78 (7.4%)
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Two or More53 (5.0%)
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American Indian4 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Wake County Schools |
| Phone: | (919)363-1870 |
| Website: | http://salemms.wcpss.net/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,057 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 59.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 184 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 19 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
357
Grade 7
347
Grade 8
353
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 357 |
| Grade 7 | 347 |
| Grade 8 | 353 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 484 | 45.8% |
| Male | 573 | 54.2% |
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