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#50 of 199 schools in DE
Top 25% in state
Charter School of Wilmington
High School · Charter School of Wilmington
100 North duPont Road, Wilmington, DE 19807
About Charter School of Wilmington
Charter School of Wilmington stands as one of Delaware's top-performing high schools, serving 971 students in grades 9-12 with a solid 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio supported by 52 full-time equivalent teachers. This public charter school has earned impressive recognition, ranking #24 out of 220 schools statewide and placing in the 90th percentile with a strong 7.6 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school's academic excellence is particularly evident in its outstanding test performance, with 94% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 77% reach proficiency in Mathematics.
These results reflect the school's commitment to rigorous academic standards and effective instruction across all grade levels. Located at 100 North duPont Road in Wilmington's affluent 19807 ZIP code area, the school serves a community where the median household income reaches $143,443 and home values average $857,700. The surrounding neighborhood is highly educated, with 77% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of just 6.9%.
Charter School of Wilmington operates in the heart of New Castle County's small city setting, benefiting from both urban resources and a close-knit community atmosphere that supports student achievement and college preparation.
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Charter School of Wilmington — Students at Charter School of Wilmington score 86% proficient on state assessments.
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
📉 DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Charter School of Wilmington Compares
See how Charter School of Wilmington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 91% (2019) to 77% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 98% (2019) to 94% (2022).
Location
100 North duPont Road, Wilmington, DE 19807
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 19807 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,443
Median Home Value
$857,700
Median Rent
$1,530/mo
Population
7,846
College Educated
76.9%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
52.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charter School of Wilmington
What grades does Charter School of Wilmington serve?
Charter School of Wilmington serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Charter School of Wilmington?
Charter School of Wilmington has an enrollment of approximately 971 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charter School of Wilmington?
The student-teacher ratio at Charter School of Wilmington is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charter School of Wilmington rank in DE?
Charter School of Wilmington is ranked #50 out of 199 schools in DE.
What is Charter School of Wilmington's MySchoolScout rating?
Charter School of Wilmington has a composite rating of 6.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at Charter School of Wilmington?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Charter School of Wilmington has 85.7% math proficiency and 96.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Charter School of Wilmington a charter school?
Yes, Charter School of Wilmington is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Charter School of Wilmington a Title I school?
No, Charter School of Wilmington is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 971
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 651-2727
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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