Serving 899 students in grades 6-8, Georgetown Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Georgetown Middle School's student population of 899 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Georgetown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgetown Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
66%
19%
Black
10%
30%
White
22%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgetown Middle School's ranking?
Georgetown Middle School is ranked #111 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Georgetown Middle School often compared to?
Georgetown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millsboro Middle School, Selbyville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Georgetown Middle School?
899 students attend Georgetown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Georgetown Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgetown Middle School?
Georgetown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown Middle School offer ?
Georgetown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Georgetown Middle School part of?
Georgetown Middle School is part of Indian River School District.
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