Serving 558 students in grades 6-8, Stanton 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 7% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanton Middle School serves the southern part of Wilmington, DE, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanton Middle School's student population of 558 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stanton 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 Stanton Middle School is 0.60, 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
#185 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
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)37.3%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
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 Stanton Middle School's ranking?
Stanton Middle School is ranked #185 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Stanton Middle School often compared to?
Stanton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Stanton Middle School?
558 students attend Stanton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Stanton Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanton Middle School?
Stanton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stanton Middle School offer ?
Stanton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanton Middle School part of?
Stanton Middle School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Last year the administration was HORRIBLE and I am glad they are gone.
This year the school has a new leadership team and they have been great so far. They are very responsive and transparent. I have talked to other parents and they are pleased as well. I believe that this team can turn the school around.
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