For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,012 students in 19702, DE.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19702, DE are Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School and Glasgow High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19702 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Delaware public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 19702, DE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19702 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Delaware average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Delaware or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public high school average of 62% (majority Black).
Best 19702, DE Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2575 Glasgow Avenue
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 834-0990
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 834-0990
Gr: 9-12 | 1,104 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Glasgow High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1901 South College Avenue
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 631-5600
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 631-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
19702, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
179 Stanton Christiana Road
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 660-1190
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 660-1190
Gr: 9-12 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19702, DE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19702, DE include Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School and Glasgow High School.
How many public high schools are located in 19702?
2 public high schools are located in 19702.
What is the racial composition of students in 19702?
19702 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public high schools average of 62% (majority Black).
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