Frederick D Thomas Middle School serves 451 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frederick D Thomas Middle School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Frederick D Thomas Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
7%
31%
White
67%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Frederick D Thomas Middle School?
451 students attend Frederick D Thomas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Frederick D Thomas Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederick D Thomas Middle School?
Frederick D Thomas Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Frederick D Thomas Middle School offer ?
Frederick D Thomas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Frederick D Thomas Middle School part of?
Frederick D Thomas Middle School is part of Cape Henlopen School District.
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