For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,797 students in Salem, UT.
The top ranked public preschools in Salem, UT are Mt. Loafer School, Foothills School and Salem School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, UT public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Utah public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in Salem have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Utah public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public preschool average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Salem, UT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt. Loafer School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1025 S 250 W
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-2705
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-2705
Grades: PK-6
| 668 students
Rank: #22.
Foothills School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
412 S 810 E
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-9172
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-9172
Grades: PK-6
| 642 students
Rank: #33.
Salem School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
140 W 100 S
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-1182
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-1182
Grades: PK-6
| 487 students
Salem, Utah Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
161 E 400 North
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-7029
Salem, UT 84653
(801) 423-7029
Grades: K-12
| 8,702 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Salem, UT?
The top ranked public preschools in Salem, UT include Mt. Loafer School, Foothills School and Salem School.
How many public preschools are located in Salem?
3 public preschools are located in Salem.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem?
Salem public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public preschools average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Salem are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Salem include: Foothills School vs. Mt. Loafer School, Mt. Loafer School vs. Foothills School
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