For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,011 students in 19977, DE.
The top-ranked public middle school in 19977, DE is Smyrna Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 19977 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Delaware public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 19977, DE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Delaware public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public middle school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 19977, DE Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smyrna Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Duck Creek Parkway
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8584
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8584
Gr: 7-8 | 1,011 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
19977, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Delaware Correctional Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1181 Paddock Rd
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-9261
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-9261
Gr: Inquire with school
101 South Locust Street
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8580
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8580
Gr: PK-K | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 19977, DE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19977, DE include Smyrna Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 19977?
1 public middle schools are located in 19977.
What is the racial composition of students in 19977?
19977 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public middle schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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