Newark High School serves 1,091 students in grades 9-12.
Newark High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Delaware state average of 27%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Delaware state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,091 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 53% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newark High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Newark High School's student population of 1,091 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,091 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newark High School is ranked within the top 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 Newark High School is 0.69, 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 196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
36%
30%
White
38%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
53%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newark High School's ranking?
Newark High School is ranked #71 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newark High School?
The graduation rate of Newark High School is 53%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 80%.
How many students attend Newark High School?
1,091 students attend Newark High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Newark High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newark High School?
Newark High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newark High School offer ?
Newark High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newark High School part of?
Newark High School is part of Christina School District.
School Calendar
View the Newark High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
PK-12 Schools Closed (Offices Open)
September 25, 2023 (Monday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Professional Development (Offices Open)
October 13, 2023 (Friday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Professional Development (Offices Open)
October 16, 2023 (Monday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Grading Day / Paraprofessionals Professional Development (Offices Open)
November 09, 2023 (Thursday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Parent Teacher Conferences / Paraprofessionals Off (Offices Open)
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
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