Best 19958 Delaware Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,328 students in 19958, DE.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19958, DE are Cape Henlopen High School and Sussex Consortium. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19958 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Delaware public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 19958, DE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Delaware public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19958 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Delaware average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cape Henlopen High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Delaware or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Delaware public high school average of 62% (majority Black).

Best 19958, DE Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cape Henlopen High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1250 Kings Highway
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 645-7711
Gr: 9-12 | 1,889 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Sussex Consortium
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
17344 Sweetbriar Road
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 645-7210
Gr: PK-12 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19958, DE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19958, DE include Cape Henlopen High School and Sussex Consortium.
How many public high schools are located in 19958?
2 public high schools are located in 19958.
What is the racial composition of students in 19958?
19958 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Delaware public high schools average of 62% (majority Black).

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