Serving 660 students in grades 6-8, Redding (Louis L.) Middle 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 24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). 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 17:1 is higher 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 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School's student population of 660 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Redding (Louis L.) Middle 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 Redding (Louis L.) Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
40%
30%
White
35%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
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 #101 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
660 students attend Redding (Louis L.) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Redding (Louis L.) Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Redding (Louis L.) Middle School?
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Redding (Louis L.) Middle School offer ?
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School - Gr 1-9
September 03, 2024 (Tuesday)
First Day of School - Gr 1-9 & KN (last name A-L)
September 03, 2024 (Tuesday)
First Day of School - Gr 1-9 & KN (last name A-L)
September 03, 2024 (Tuesday)
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