Salem Church Middle School

Richmond, VA 23237

Phone: (804) 768-6225
District: Chesterfield County Public Schools

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GreatSchools Rating

public • Grades 6,7,8 • 877 students

Salem Church Middle School, a public school located in Richmond, VA, serves grades 6-8 in the Chesterfield County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

Salem Church Middle School is a public school located in Richmond, VA. 877 students attend Salem Church Middle School.

School Ratings

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Test Scores 2/10 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 1/10 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.

Posted: November 30, 2023

It's ridiculous, the teachers at this school are out of hand. They scream at their students and tell the parents that the student was acting up. and don't get me started on the food here. The food is disgusting. The noodles are over cooked, The grilled cheese tastes like cardboard, and the cheese in it tastes fake. Their "Sausage" here tastes disgusting. Sometimes the sausage is PINK.

Posted: November 30, 2023

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Posted: April 11, 2023

The culture at this school is for lack of better words a zoo. Teachers are just horrible. Bullying is out of control. The principle walks around like he is in lala land all day. The other administration just flat out doesn't care. I have recordings of teachers SCREAMING at kids then email and say the complete opposite of what the recording shows. If you can help it RUN don't walk from this school!!!! You will regret sending your child here I promise!

Posted: August 24, 2018

Great and worth the challenges that are present at any school.

Posted: August 24, 2018

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Posted: August 24, 2018

New principal, Mrs. Knight and her staff are doing an amazing job! School and kids performance is on the rise to greatness. I was considering private schooling for my sixth grader two years ago but decided to give the new leadership a chance. So glad I did! Thank you Mrs. Knight and staff!!

Posted: August 24, 2018

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Posted: June 8, 2018

School on the downslide. The fish rots from the head is a perfect analogy here.

Posted: October 27, 2017

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Posted: October 27, 2017

I don't know where to start with this school. I will say DO NOT let your kids attend Salem Middle. Lack of communication between staff, teachers are young and don't know how to handle situations. Chrome-books are not properly handled and become lost after the student turns them in. They say they have a No Bullying Policy but that is just to appease the parent for the moment. Issues escalate because of not being er-rectified in the beginning then they are turned on the parents who are asking for help so they are in no way responsible. I found that the main principle Ms. Knight don't involve herself in issues she should but just the numbers to make her school look great. This place is a joke, useless like the "socialization skills" they say are needed. Your better off taking your kids to the mall.

Posted: October 27, 2017

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Posted: January 17, 2016

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Posted: January 17, 2016

This school has huge bullying issues. The staff is in denial there. They need to implement better support for their students. The children record fights on their phones then share it on Instagram. That is just an example of the staffs lack of support to their kids!

Posted: January 6, 2015

I have a 6th grade student, who is in all honors classes at Salem Middle School. I absolutely love this middle school! The teachers genuinely care about the students and go the extra mile to help them. The communication about school activities is phenomenal. I have 2 other children who have been through different middle schools and never have I been impressed as I am with Salem Church, keep up the good work!

Posted: December 22, 2014

I have been attending Salem Church Middle School since 6th grade and I enjoy it very much. The teachers there are inspiring and helpful to all there students, helping us grow school-wise. The students are very well accepting and friendly as ever, and the teachers are very hard-working and take their time to help us explain the materials that are taught in class and will stay after whenever they can to make sure you understand the current materials.

Posted: October 5, 2014

My child has attended Salem for the past two years. I have had nothing but positive experiences at the school, and school events. The principal keeps parents well informed, and promotes a friendly environment. The staff and teachers are remarkable! They are willing to help your student if they are struggling, communication is excellent, and my child feels welcomed and comfortable at Salem. We moved here from out of state and found the front office staff to be helpful, and caring. Patent involvement at any school could always be better, but I have seen several parents helping with events. Salem has fun activities for the students after school, with clubs, community service opportunities and sports. We love the staff, teachers, and school.

Posted: February 11, 2014

My school is horrible and i hate it so don't go there unless you have too.

Posted: September 25, 2013

Salem Church Middle School, has very well open communication between teacher and parent. Also parent and student are given the opportunity to get students grades and daily work activity online. Schedule teacher conference or office is easy and flexible to parents schedule. Salem Middle school offer a friendly warm environment for my child and everyone.

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