Serving 451 students in grades 6-8, Redding (Louis L.) Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Redding (Louis L.) Middle School serves the eastern part of Middletown, DE, covering an area of approximately 26 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School's student population of 451 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redding (Louis L.) Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redding (Louis L.) Middle School's ranking?
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School is ranked #88 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Redding (Louis L.) Middle School often compared to?
Redding (Louis L.) Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meredith (Everett) Middle School, Waters (Alfred G.) Middle 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 31% DE state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Redding (Louis L.) Middle School?
451 students attend Redding (Louis L.) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Redding (Louis L.) Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redding (Louis L.) Middle School?
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Redding (Louis L.) Middle School offer ?
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Redding (Louis L.) Middle School part of?
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed/Offices Open
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Schools/Offices closed for Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
Schools Closed/Offices Open (in lieu of spring conferences)
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day Grades K-11
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of School; Grades 1-9
August 30, 2027 (Monday)
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