Serving 867 students in grades 6-8, Meredith (Everett) Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meredith Middle School serves the southern part of Middletown, DE, covering an area of approximately 63 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school being about 7.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meredith (Everett) Middle School's student population of 867 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
867 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meredith (Everett) Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meredith (Everett) Middle School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meredith (Everett) Middle School's ranking?
Meredith (Everett) Middle School is ranked #105 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Meredith (Everett) Middle School often compared to?
Meredith (Everett) Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redding (Louis L.) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Meredith (Everett) Middle School?
867 students attend Meredith (Everett) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Meredith (Everett) Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meredith (Everett) Middle School?
Meredith (Everett) Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meredith (Everett) Middle School offer ?
Meredith (Everett) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meredith (Everett) Middle School part of?
Meredith (Everett) Middle School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
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