Serving 776 students in grades 6-8, Springer 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 25% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Springer Middle School serves the west part of Wilmington, DE, covering an attendance area of approximately 17.7 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springer Middle School's student population of 776 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Springer 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 Springer 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
#112 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
34%
31%
White
49%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springer Middle School's ranking?
Springer Middle School is ranked #112 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Springer Middle School often compared to?
Springer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Talley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Springer Middle School?
776 students attend Springer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Springer Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springer Middle School?
Springer Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Springer Middle School offer ?
Springer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Springer Middle School part of?
Springer Middle School is part of Brandywine School District.
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