Serving 1,091 students in grades 9-12, Newark High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,091 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 63% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Newark High School's student population of 1,091 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat 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 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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
#111 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
21%
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
63%
88%
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: 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 #111 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Newark High School often compared to?
Newark High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christiana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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 63%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 88%.
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)
October 03, 2024 (Thursday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Professional Development (Offices Open)
October 04, 2024 (Friday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Grading Day / Paraprofessionals Off (Offices Open)
November 04, 2024 (Monday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Professional Development-Trade In Day / Paraprofessionals OFF (Offices Open)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Professional Development-Trade In Day / Paraprofessionals OFF (Offices Open)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
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