Serving 478 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 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- 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 478 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 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 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
#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
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
44%
31%
White
28%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
33%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
478 students attend Redding (Louis L.) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Redding (Louis L.) Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 13:1, which is lower 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 / offices closed - Spring Break
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Schools / offices closed - Spring Break
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Schools closed / offices open
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Schools closed / offices open
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Last day Grade K-11
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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