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Very Good

#73 of 219 schools in DE

Top 33% in state

Brandywine High School

High School · Brandywine School District

1400 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803

Enrollment

941

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#73 of 219

In Wilmington

#17 of 50

public schools

In district

#9 of 16

Brandywine School District

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Brandywine High School

7.1/10

High School in Wilmington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brandywine High School

Brandywine High School is a public high school in Wilmington, DE, part of Brandywine School District. Brandywine High School serves approximately 941 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brandywine High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #73 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Brandywine High School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Brandywine High School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Brandywine High School (BHS) is part of the Brandywine School District (BSD). The school has earned Silver AP School Honor Roll Recognition 1 . The broader district has received multiple statewide honors, including titles for Teacher, Principal, and Assistant Principal of the Year 1 . Additionally, students within the district have been named Secretary of Education Scholars 1 . The district offers AVID programs for students 1 . Recent news highlights include a Springer Middle School jazz band traveling to London for an international music exchange 1 . The district also features Master Cpl. Regina Stevens, a Delaware State Trooper who serves at Springer Middle School 1 .
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How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • DE avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate76%
AP Participation22.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,228
Chronic Absenteeism29.6%

Brandywine High School — Students at Brandywine High School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
24.0% (2015 DESSA)
ELA Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
52.6% (2015 DESSA)

Based on 30 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
48%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
18.2%
ELA
47.6%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
57%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Brandywine High School Compares

See how Brandywine High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in DE
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
25
12 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
22.4% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
12 boys'·13 girls'·38 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1400 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brandywine High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Concord High School (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mount Pleasant High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Springer Middle School Wilmington 0.9 mi 6.6
CONCORD PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE Wilmington 1.0 mi
Forwood Elementary School Wilmington 1.0 mi 8.2
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Wilmington 1.2 mi 6.1
Lombardy Elementary School Wilmington 1.3 mi 7.1
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Wilmington 1.4 mi 3.8
Hanby Elementary School Wilmington 1.4 mi 8.9
Carrcroft Elementary School Wilmington 1.3 mi 8.0
ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Wilmington 1.5 mi 5.8
CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI Wilmington 2.0 mi
Concord High School Wilmington 2.1 mi 7.5
BRANDYWINE VALLEY CHRISTIAN PRESCH Wilmington 1.7 mi
Mount Pleasant High School Wilmington 2.1 mi 7.1
ST EDMOND'S ACADEMY Wilmington 1.7 mi 7.1
ALBERT EINSTEIN ACADEMY Wilmington 1.9 mi 7.4
Lancashire Elementary School Wilmington 2.1 mi 6.9
ASTRA ZENECA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Wilmington 2.2 mi
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School Wilmington 2.5 mi 7.2
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School Wilmington 2.6 mi 6.7
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Wilmington 2.4 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,941

Median Home Value

$436,200

Median Rent

$1,736/mo

Population

21,971

College Educated

61.2%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

46.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Mount Pleasant High School Wilmington, DE 7.1
St. Georges Technical High School Middletown, DE 6.9
Concord High School Wilmington, DE 7.5
POLYTECH High School Woodside, DE 6.4
Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts Wilmington, DE 7.8
Delaware Military Academy Wilmington, DE 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brandywine High School

What grades does Brandywine High School serve?

Brandywine High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brandywine High School?

Brandywine High School has an enrollment of approximately 941 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brandywine High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brandywine High School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brandywine High School rank in DE?

Brandywine High School ranks #73 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Brandywine High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brandywine High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brandywine High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brandywine High School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brandywine High School a charter school?

No, Brandywine High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brandywine High School a Title I school?

No, Brandywine High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
941
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.6%
4-Year Graduation
76.0%

District

Brandywine School District
District Enrollment
10,350
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,228
District Rank
#9 of 16

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