Cape Henlopen High School is a public high school in unincorporated Sussex County, Delaware, United States, with a Lewes postal address. The school is part of the Cape Henlopen School District and is located between Savannah Road and King's Highway. Cape Henlopen's school colors are bright gold and Columbia blue.
Serving 1,918 students in grades 9-12, Cape Henlopen High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cape Henlopen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cape Henlopen High School's student population of 1,918 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Gold, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cape Henlopen High School ranks within the top 30% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cape Henlopen High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#48 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
10%
31%
White
65%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cape Henlopen High School's ranking?
Cape Henlopen High School is ranked #48 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Cape Henlopen High School often compared to?
Cape Henlopen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cape Henlopen High School?
The graduation rate of Cape Henlopen High School is 90%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cape Henlopen High School?
1,918 students attend Cape Henlopen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Cape Henlopen High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cape Henlopen High School?
Cape Henlopen High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cape Henlopen High School offer ?
Cape Henlopen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cape Henlopen High School part of?
Cape Henlopen High School is part of Cape Henlopen School District.
School Reviews
5 3/30/2010
I attend this school, and I love it. I think that the teachers are excellent instructors to the students. Performing and visual arts are very prominent in the school as well as sports. Many students have received the Distinguished Student award for the DSTP, and our sports teams have received awards as well. For example, our girls lacrosse team was just named Team of The State. We have a state of the art school with technology, and a wonderful turf field. Parents are always involved in extra curricular activities and are very incorporated in their student's activities.
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