For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,405 students in 19805, DE.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19805, DE are Odyssey Charter School and Douglass School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19805 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Delaware public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 19805, DE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Delaware public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19805 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Delaware average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Odyssey Charter School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Delaware or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public high school average of 62% (majority Black).
Best 19805, DE Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Odyssey Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4409 Lancaster Pike
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 516-8000
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 516-8000
Gr: K-12 | 2,286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Douglass School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1800 Prospect Road
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 429-4146
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 429-4146
Gr: 1-12 | 119 students Minority enrollment: 95%
19805, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ferris School For Boys (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
959 Centre Road
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 993-3853
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 993-3853
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19805, DE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19805, DE include Odyssey Charter School and Douglass School.
How many public high schools are located in 19805?
2 public high schools are located in 19805.
What is the racial composition of students in 19805?
19805 public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public high schools average of 62% (majority Black).
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