Serving 1,577 students in grades 9-12, Middletown High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middletown High School's student population of 1,577 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middletown High School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middletown High School is 0.64, 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
#71 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
34%
30%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middletown High School's ranking?
Middletown High School is ranked #71 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Middletown High School often compared to?
Middletown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Appoquinimink High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middletown High School?
The graduation rate of Middletown High School is 94%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Middletown High School?
1,577 students attend Middletown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Middletown High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middletown High School?
Middletown High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Middletown High School offer ?
Middletown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Middletown High School part of?
Middletown High School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed / Offices Open
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School - Gr 1-9
September 03, 2024 (Tuesday)
First Day of School - Gr 1-9 & KN (last name A-L)
September 03, 2024 (Tuesday)
First Day of School - Gr 1-9 & KN (last name A-L)
September 03, 2024 (Tuesday)
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