Serving 408 students in grades 6-8, Skyline 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 11% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Skyline Middle School serves the southwest part of Wilmington, DE, encompassing an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 8.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Skyline Middle School's student population of 408 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Skyline Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skyline Middle School is 0.64, 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
#177 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)56.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
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 Skyline Middle School's ranking?
Skyline Middle School is ranked #177 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Skyline Middle School often compared to?
Skyline Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stanton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Skyline Middle School?
408 students attend Skyline Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Skyline Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyline Middle School?
Skyline Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Skyline Middle School offer ?
Skyline Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skyline Middle School part of?
Skyline Middle School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Small schools making some changes for many kids. Beautiful area, with excellent teachers, and the admin is working consistently to improve and develop positive relationships. Academics are a work in progress.
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