For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,491 students in 01970, MA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 01970, MA are Salem Academy Charter School, New Liberty Innovation School and Salem Prep High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 01970 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 01970, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 01970 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Massachusetts average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Salem Academy Charter School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01970, MA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
45 Congress St., Shetland Park
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 744-2105
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 744-2105
Gr: 6-12 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
New Liberty Innovation School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2 East India Square, Suite 200
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 825-3470
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 825-3470
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Salem Prep High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2 Museum Place Mall, 2nd Floor
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 740-1171
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 740-1171
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Salem High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
77 Willson Street
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 740-1123
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 740-1123
Gr: 9-12 | 952 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 01970, MA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 01970, MA include Salem Academy Charter School, New Liberty Innovation School and Salem Prep High School.
How many public high schools are located in 01970?
4 public high schools are located in 01970.
What is the racial composition of students in 01970?
01970 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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