Serving 122 students in grades 7-12, Positive Outcomes Charter 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Positive Outcomes Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Positive Outcomes Charter School's student population of 122 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Positive Outcomes Charter 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 Positive Outcomes Charter School is 0.61, which is less 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
#163 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
31%
31%
White
54%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
12%
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 Positive Outcomes Charter School's ranking?
Positive Outcomes Charter School is ranked #163 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Positive Outcomes Charter School often compared to?
Positive Outcomes Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Providence Creek Academy Charter School, Dover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Positive Outcomes Charter School?
The graduation rate of Positive Outcomes Charter School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Positive Outcomes Charter School?
122 students attend Positive Outcomes Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Positive Outcomes Charter School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Positive Outcomes Charter School?
Positive Outcomes Charter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Positive Outcomes Charter School offer ?
Positive Outcomes Charter School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Positive Outcomes Charter School part of?
Positive Outcomes Charter School is part of Positive Outcomes Charter School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Memorial Day - School Closed
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
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