For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 216 students in South Salem, OH.
The top ranked public school in South Salem, OH is Buckskin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Salem, OH public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in South Salem have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in South Salem, OH (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buckskin Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4297 Broadway St
South Salem, OH 45681
(937) 981-2673
South Salem, OH 45681
(937) 981-2673
Gr: K-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in South Salem, OH?
The top ranked public schools in South Salem, OH include Buckskin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in South Salem?
1 public schools are located in South Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in South Salem?
South Salem public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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