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Best Schools in Georgetown, Delaware

8 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other

Public: 7
Private: 1
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 6.0/10
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Choosing a school in Georgetown?

Use this page to compare every school in Georgetown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Georgetown Middle School

6.8/10

Middle · Indian River School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Georgetown Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary · Indian River School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Sussex Technical High School

6.6/10

High · Sussex Technical School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Georgetown for 2026 are Georgetown Middle School (6.8/10), Georgetown Elementary School (6.7/10), and Sussex Technical High School (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

8

7 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.0

out of 10

Median Home

$294,000

home value · ACS

Districts

3

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Georgetown

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Georgetown Middle School 6.8 / 10
2 Georgetown Elementary School 6.7 / 10
3 Sussex Technical High School 6.6 / 10
4 Sussex Academy 6.5 / 10
5 North Georgetown Elementary School 6.3 / 10
6 Delmarva Christian High School 6.3 / 10
7 Sussex Central High School 4.8 / 10
8 Ennis (howard T.) School 4.0 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.0/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$68,529

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$294,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
18%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
29 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
68%

Of occupied housing units

How Georgetown compares

Delaware rank

#12 of 23

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.3

below Delaware avg (6.3)

Median household income

$69k

80% of Delaware median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Georgetown, Delaware

Georgetown, Delaware is home to 8 schools, including 7 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Georgetown show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Georgetown is Georgetown Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Georgetown is served by 3 school districts: Sussex Academy, Indian River School District, Sussex Technical School District. These districts collectively serve 13,267 students.

Georgetown's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,529. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 19947 (8)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 817 students · Kindergarten–5th 6.7
2 723 students · Kindergarten–5th 6.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 886 students · 6th–8th 6.8

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 1,323 students · 9th–12th 6.6
2 2,012 students · 9th–12th 4.8
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 184 students · 9th–12th 6.3

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 1,158 students · Kindergarten–12th 6.5
2 316 students · Pre-K–12th 4.0

Schools in Georgetown

Georgetown, Delaware · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$68,529

Median Home Value

$294,000

Median Rent

$1,298/mo

Population

19,343

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

68%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Community Profile

Georgetown has a median household income of $68,529. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $294,000, with a median rent of $1,298/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Georgetown, Delaware

How many schools are in Georgetown, Delaware?

Georgetown has 8 schools, including 7 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Georgetown, Delaware?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Georgetown is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Georgetown, Delaware?

The top-ranked school in Georgetown on MySchoolScout is Georgetown Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Georgetown, Delaware?

The top-ranked elementary school in Georgetown on MySchoolScout is Georgetown Elementary School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Georgetown, Delaware?

The top-ranked middle school in Georgetown on MySchoolScout is Georgetown Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best high school in Georgetown, Delaware?

The top-ranked high school in Georgetown on MySchoolScout is Sussex Technical High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Georgetown, Delaware?

Georgetown is served by 3 school districts: Sussex Academy, Indian River School District, Sussex Technical School District.

What is the education level in Georgetown, Delaware?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Georgetown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Georgetown, Delaware?

The median household income in Georgetown is approximately $68,529 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Georgetown, Delaware?

Yes, Georgetown has 1 private school alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Delmarva Christian High School with a score of 6.3/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Georgetown, Delaware?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Georgetown is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Georgetown, Delaware?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Delaware Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.