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Caesar Rodney High School

High School · Caesar Rodney School District

239 Old North Road, Camden, DE 19934

Enrollment

2,242

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#111 of 219

In Camden

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 14

Caesar Rodney School District

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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6.3/10

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

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About Caesar Rodney High School

Caesar Rodney High School is a public high school in Camden, DE, part of Caesar Rodney School District. Caesar Rodney High School serves approximately 2,242 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Caesar Rodney High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Caesar Rodney High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Caesar Rodney High School

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Caesar Rodney High School is a public high school located in Camden, Delaware, situated just south of Dover 2 . The institution operates within the Caesar Rodney School District 2 . Enrollment at the school exceeds 2,000 students 2 . During the 1983 to 1984 period, the school received recognition as a Blue Ribbon School from the US Department of Education 2 .
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How it compares0.4 pts above DE schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • DE avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Caesar Rodney High School is a large school: 2,242 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

32% of students at Caesar Rodney High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.5 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation17.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,253
Chronic Absenteeism32.2%

Caesar Rodney High School — Students at Caesar Rodney High School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
24.0% (2015 DESSA)
ELA Proficiency 61.7% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
26.7%
ELA
55.2%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
55%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Caesar Rodney High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in DE
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
20
9 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
134 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
17.8% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
9 boys'·11 girls'·31 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

239 Old North Road, Camden, DE 19934

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Caesar Rodney High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Allen Frear Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOVER FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, W. B. Simpson Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center Camden 0.5 mi
W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden 0.5 mi 7.2
Fred Fifer III Middle School Camden 0.5 mi 6.1
Positive Outcomes Charter School Camden 0.7 mi 6.2
W. Reily Brown Elementary School Dover 0.9 mi 5.3
CAPITOL BAPTIST SCHOOL Dover 1.2 mi
Star Hill Elementary School Dover 1.4 mi 2.6
Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School Dover 1.4 mi 5.3
CENTRAL DE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 1.7 mi 6.6
DOVER FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dover 1.9 mi 7.5
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 1.5 mi 7.1
Allen Frear Elementary School Camden 2.0 mi 8.4
John S. Charlton School Camden 2.0 mi 2.9
Capital Early Childhood Center Dover 2.4 mi 3.5
F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden 2.1 mi 4.3
South Dover Elementary School Dover 2.4 mi 4.5
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Dover 2.5 mi 6.0
Booker T. Washington Elementary School Dover 2.8 mi 5.1
Kent County Community School Dover 2.9 mi 5.8
William Henry Middle School Dover 2.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19934 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,100

Median Home Value

$311,200

Median Rent

$1,510/mo

Population

13,579

College Educated

34.7%

Homeownership

82.5%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Caesar Rodney High School

What grades does Caesar Rodney High School serve?

Caesar Rodney High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Caesar Rodney High School?

Caesar Rodney High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,242 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Caesar Rodney High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Caesar Rodney High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Caesar Rodney High School rank in DE?

Caesar Rodney High School ranks #111 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Caesar Rodney High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Caesar Rodney High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Caesar Rodney High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Caesar Rodney High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Caesar Rodney High School a charter school?

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

Is Caesar Rodney High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,242
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
134
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kent County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.2%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

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