Beacon Middle School serves 671 students in grades 6-8.
Beacon Middle School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Beacon Middle School's student population of 671 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beacon Middle School is ranked within the top 10% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Beacon Middle School is 0.48, 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
#14 out of 196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
10%
30%
White
70%
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
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
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 Beacon Middle School's ranking?
Beacon Middle School is ranked #14 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Beacon Middle School?
671 students attend Beacon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Beacon Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beacon Middle School?
Beacon Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beacon Middle School offer ?
Beacon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Beacon Middle School part of?
Beacon Middle School is part of Cape Henlopen School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 22, 2023 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
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