Skyline Middle School

2900 Skyline Drive
Wilmington, DE 19808
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 537 students in grades 6-8, Skyline 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 14% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50% in DE
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Skyline Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:

School Overview

Skyline Middle School's student population of 537 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
537 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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School Rankings

Skyline 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 Skyline Middle School is 0.68, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (DE)
#161 out of 196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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14%
27%
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20%
42%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Skyline Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Delaware by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
3%
4%
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Hispanic
27%
19%
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Black
46%
30%
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White
21%
42%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in DE.
0.68
This chart display the diversity score of Skyline Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Delaware by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
34%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Skyline Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Delaware by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Skyline Middle School's ranking?
Skyline Middle School is ranked #161 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Skyline Middle School often compared to?
Skyline Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stanton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Skyline Middle School?
537 students attend Skyline Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Skyline Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skyline Middle School?
Skyline Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Skyline Middle School offer ?
Skyline Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Skyline Middle School part of?
Skyline Middle School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.

School Calendar

View the Skyline Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Spring Break: Schools and Offices Closed
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break: Schools and Offices Closed
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break: Schools Closed, Offices Open
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Teacher In-service, Schools Closed.
April 10, 2024 (Wednesday)
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
May 03, 2024 (Friday)

School Reviews

4   5/5/2023
Small schools making some changes for many kids. Beautiful area, with excellent teachers, and the admin is working consistently to improve and develop positive relationships. Academics are a work in progress.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education

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