Salem High School
Grades 09-12 SALEM, MA
Dropped 24 spots from last year
MCAS Test Scores
Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results
English Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Score Trends
| Year | Subject | Grade | Proficient+ | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 10 | 47% | 9% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 10 | 45% | 7% |
| 2025 | Science | 10 | 45% | 7% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 10 | 53% | 16% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 10 | 45% | 11% |
| 2024 | Science | 10 | 47% | 15% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 10 | 38% | 7% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 10 | 28% | 1% |
| 2023 | Science | 10 | 23% | 4% |
| 2022 | English Language Arts | 10 | 40% | 6% |
| 2022 | Mathematics | 10 | 28% | 4% |
| 2022 | Science | 10 | 27% | 3% |
MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.
Student Demographics
952 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
Student Programs
Athletics Programs
31 sports programs with 1,080 student athletes
Boys Sports
- Football 52 athletes
- Basketball 45 athletes
- Lacrosse 31 athletes
- Wrestling 30 athletes
- Baseball 28 athletes
- Volleyball 27 athletes
- Softball 24 athletes
- Track-Outdoor 18 athletes
- Rugby 16 athletes
- Track-Indoor 11 athletes
- Tennis 10 athletes
- Golf 8 athletes
- Cross Country 6 athletes
- Ice Hockey 4 athletes
- Gymnastics 3 athletes
Girls Sports
- Wrestling 313 athletes
- Unified Basketball 227 athletes
- Volleyball 45 athletes
- Baseball 30 athletes
- Ice Hockey 29 athletes
- Soccer 25 athletes
- Tennis 23 athletes
- Softball 18 athletes
- Track-Outdoor 15 athletes
- Winter Swim/Dive 14 athletes
- Golf 9 athletes
- Rugby 5 athletes
- Basketball 5 athletes
- Football 4 athletes
- Track-Indoor 3 athletes
- Gymnastics 2 athletes
Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Graduation
Attendance
Advanced Placement
College Readiness
MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.
Staffing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salem High School's letter grade?
Salem High School has earned a letter grade of B, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts High schools.
What grades does Salem High School serve?
Salem High School serves students in grades 09 through 12.
Is Salem High School part of a school district?
Yes, Salem High School is part of Salem School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.
How are school ratings calculated?
School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.
Does Salem High School offer AP courses?
For information about AP courses at Salem High School, please contact the school directly or visit their website.