Georgetown Middle School serves 874 students in grades 6-8.
Georgetown Middle School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 27%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Georgetown Middle School's student population of 874 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Georgetown Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Georgetown Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
64%
18%
Black
10%
30%
White
22%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgetown Middle School's ranking?
Georgetown Middle School is ranked #111 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Georgetown Middle School?
874 students attend Georgetown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Georgetown Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgetown Middle School?
Georgetown Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown Middle School offer ?
Georgetown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Georgetown Middle School part of?
Georgetown Middle School is part of Indian River School District.
School Calendar
View the Georgetown Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
June 08, 2023 (Thursday)
Last Day for Paraprofessionals
June 09, 2023 (Friday)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR GRADES K, 6, AND 9 AND HOWARD T. ENNIS
September 05, 2023 (Tuesday)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR GRADES 1-5, 7-8 AND 10-12
September 06, 2023 (Wednesday)
First Day for Preschool
September 11, 2023 (Monday)
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