Cantwells Bridge Middle School

Cantwells Bridge Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 in Townsend, Delaware, with an enrollment of 854 students. As a regular public school in rural New Castle County, it maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.1:1 with 50 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school's academic performance reflects a mixed picture.

On the MySchoolScout Rating scale, Cantwells Bridge scored 6.4 out of 10, placing it at the 68th percentile among Delaware schools—ranking #72 out of 220 statewide. The academic score of 7.5 out of 10 indicates moderate performance. In English Language Arts and Reading, approximately 53% of students across grade levels achieved proficiency or above, while mathematics proficiency rates are lower at around 33%.

This suggests the school has particular room for growth in math instruction and student mastery of core mathematical concepts. The school's location near Townsend in a rural area creates a distinctive community environment for its middle grades students. For families considering Cantwells Bridge, the rating and proficiency data can help inform whether the school's academic support and instructional approaches align with your student's learning needs.

Located in a rural area, Cantwells Bridge Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.