Serving 2,192 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Odyssey Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odyssey Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Odyssey Charter School's student population of 2,192 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 177 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
177 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Odyssey Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Odyssey Charter School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
31%
31%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odyssey Charter School's ranking?
Odyssey Charter School is ranked #32 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Odyssey Charter School often compared to?
Odyssey Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newark Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Odyssey Charter School?
The graduation rate of Odyssey Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Odyssey Charter School?
2,192 students attend Odyssey Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Odyssey Charter School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Odyssey Charter School?
Odyssey Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Odyssey Charter School offer ?
Odyssey Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Odyssey Charter School part of?
Odyssey Charter School is part of Odyssey Charter School District.
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