Salem Elementary School
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Phone: (757) 648-3680
Fax: (757) 471-5813
District: VA Beach City Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK-5 • 541 students
Virginia Beach's Salem Elementary School serves grades PK-5 in the VA Beach City Public Schools district. It is among the few public schools in Virginia to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10.
Salem Elementary School is a public school located in Virginia Beach, VA. 541 students attend Salem Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 8/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning data from Virginia Department of Education, and using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) End-of-Course data from Virginia Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 8/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Virginia Department of Education. |
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Posted: June 13, 2024
We moved to this school district last year and my son loves his school and the teachers, their patient and enthusiastic teaching model makes my son happy to come home from school every day! And he has made great progress in his studies I have been to the school several times, the school staff gave me a good impression, the school has strict management, unrelated personnel can not enter the school at will, which makes our children in the school is very reassuring and safe!
Posted: September 3, 2023
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Posted: September 3, 2023
I have a neurodivergent kiddo and this school is great. I cannot say enough great things about the teachers and experiences he has had!
Posted: September 3, 2023
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Posted: August 1, 2023
Our kids all love Salem Elementary! My 4 children are excelling in Virginia Beach public schools and 3 who have attended Salem Elementary have all tested into the gifted program! My daughter who started kindergarten not being able to read, ended kindergarten reading at a 4th grade level. The office staff, especially Ms. Hernandes, is truly remarkable and makes the after school pick up run so smoothly. The teachers, assistants, and school staff truly care about our kids and I always feel appreciated and heard when I interact and communicate with the school. Lunch is a bit chaotic, as most schools are, but the cafeteria workers know how to keep it under control. They are also so much fun and the kids enjoy making jokes with them. Mr Evans sings Happy Birthday to each birthday child and has created such a great atmosphere during their lunch break. The sports/field day is always a great hit with fun themes and lots of parent volunteers. The PTA also did a great job this year providing such fun events for the kids and parents such as school dances and donuts with parent mornings. Truly a remarkable school experience for my children!
Posted: August 1, 2023
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Posted: March 2, 2023
Not a great school if your child is neurodivergent.
Posted: March 2, 2023
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Posted: June 6, 2019
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Posted: June 6, 2019
10/10 great school and great experience. Love this school
Posted: June 6, 2019
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Posted: January 26, 2016
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Posted: January 26, 2016
Posted: January 26, 2016
Salem Elementary has multiple playgrounds, great outdoor space, and top notch teachers. My daughter has really excelled here since we moved into this school district.
Posted: September 25, 2015
This school has gone downhill after mr badali left. he got engaged with the students. always took interest in our projects. and encourage to accomplish our dreams!
Posted: October 21, 2013
Salem Elementary is a hidden gem in VA Beach. The building is kept impressively clean by the dedicated custodial staff. It is obvious that the teachers and staff of Salem sincerely care about our children, and look out for their academic and personal well-being. I love the warm, family feel of Salem Elementary. I am so glad my 2 children have the opportunity to go to this great school.
Posted: June 3, 2013
Very happy with my children's first year in public school at Salem Elem. it was a family type atmosphere and far from overwhelming for them. The communication from the PTA leaves much to be desired but I wouldn't hold that against the teachers or faculty. Overall, a great school.
Posted: October 27, 2012
This is the last year of my son there, and we are going to miss the school . Great teachers and staff
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rock Creek | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 0.4 mi | |
| 2 | Glenwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 1 mi | |
| 3 | Hillcrest Farms | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 1.1 mi | |
| 4 | Indian River Farms | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 1.7 mi | |
| 5 | Salem Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 1.7 mi | |
| 6 | Midwa Manor Military Community | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 1.9 mi | |
| 7 | Lexington Park Area | Condominium/Townhouse | Virginia Beach | VA | 2.2 mi | |
| 8 | Towne Square | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 2.4 mi | |
| 9 | Bernard Farms | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 2.7 mi | |
| 10 | Landstown Meadows | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 2.7 mi | |
| 11 | Brigadoon | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 2.7 mi | |
| 12 | Lake Christopher | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 3.2 mi | |
| 13 | Kempsville | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 3.2 mi | |
| 14 | Christopher Farms | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 3.4 mi | |
| 15 | Lark Downs | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 3.5 mi | |
| 16 | Courthouse Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 3.6 mi | |
| 17 | Windsor Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 3.8 mi | |
| 18 | Lake James | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Virginia Beach | VA | 4 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cromwell park | Virginia Beach | VA | 0.4 mi | |
| 2 | Amphitheater | Virginia Beach | VA | 1.1 mi | |
| 3 | Virginia Beach Farmers Market | Virginia Beach | VA | 1.8 mi | |
| 4 | Ferrell Parkway | Virginia Beach | VA | 1.9 mi | |
| 5 | Landstown shopping center | Virginia Beach | VA | 1.9 mi | |
| 6 | Kempsville | Virginia Beach | VA | 3.4 mi | |
| 7 | Mt Trashmore | Virginia Beach | VA | 3.8 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Oceana NAS | 5.6 mi. |
| Dam Neck Naval Station | 8.9 mi. |
| Little Creek Naval Amphibious Base | 9.9 mi. |
| Norfolk Naval Shipyard | 10.3 mi. |
| Portsmouth Naval Medical Center | 11.5 mi. |
| Fort Story | 12.3 mi. |
| Norfolk Naval Base | 14.3 mi. |
| Coast Guard Portsmouth VA | 15.2 mi. |
| NSA Northwest Annex | 16.7 mi. |
| Joint Staff J7 Suffolk | 18.4 mi. |
| Fort Monroe | 19.1 mi. |
| Langley AFB | 25 mi. |
| Coast Guard Elizabeth City | 35.5 mi. |
| Fort Eustis | 36.6 mi. |
| Coast Guard Yorktown | 36.7 mi. |
| Yorktown Naval Weapons Station | 41.2 mi. |
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