Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School serves 956 students in grades 6-8.
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School's student population of 956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School is ranked within the top 10% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
18%
30%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School's ranking?
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School is ranked #19 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School?
956 students attend Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School?
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School offer ?
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School part of?
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools / Offices Closed - Spring Break
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School: Gr 12
June 05, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School: Gr K-11
June 12, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day for Teachers
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
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