Smyrna School District
School District · Smyrna, Delaware
Avg Rating
4.9
out of 10
Schools
8
4 elem, 3 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,084
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Avg Rating
4.9
out of 10
Schools
8
4 elem, 3 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,084
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
How this district compares
Delaware rank
#16 of 17
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Delaware avg
Per-pupil spending
$16,084
$3,283 vs Delaware median
District size
6,010 students
Typical than Delaware median
About Smyrna School District
Smyrna School District is a Smyrna, Delaware school district serving 8 schools. The district educates 6,010 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1. The district invests $16,084 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.9/10, Smyrna School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Smyrna High School, which has a composite score of 6.9/10.
In standardized testing, Smyrna School District students show an average math proficiency of 34.8% and ELA proficiency of 44.3%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 3 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Smyrna School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Smyrna School District with test data.
Schools in Smyrna School District
8 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 3
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Delaware
- City
- Smyrna
- Total Enrollment
- 6,010
- Teachers (FTE)
- 378
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Smyrna School District?
Smyrna School District has 8 schools in total — 4 elementary, 3 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Smyrna School District?
The average composite rating for Smyrna School District is 4.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Smyrna School District?
Smyrna School District spends $16,084 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Smyrna School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Smyrna School District is 15.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Smyrna School District?
Smyrna High School is the highest-rated school in Smyrna School District with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What are the test scores in Smyrna School District?
Across schools in Smyrna School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 34.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 44.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Smyrna School District compare to other districts in Delaware?
Smyrna School District has an average school rating of 4.9/10 across 8 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Delaware by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 34.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 44.3%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Smyrna School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Charter School of Wilmington (1)
- Positive Outcomes Charter School (1)
- East Side Charter School (1)
- Campus Community School (1)
- Edison (thomas A.) Charter School (1)
- Sussex Academy (1)
- Kuumba Academy Charter School (1)
- Newark Charter School (1)
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.
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