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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