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#126 of 219 schools in DE

Fred Fifer III Middle School

Middle School · Caesar Rodney School District

109 East Camden-Wyoming Avenue, Camden, DE 19934

Enrollment

786

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#126 of 219

In Camden

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#8 of 14

Caesar Rodney School District

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Fred Fifer III Middle School

6.1/10

Middle School in Camden · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center

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About Fred Fifer III Middle School

Fred Fifer III Middle School is a public middle school in Camden, DE, part of Caesar Rodney School District. Fred Fifer III Middle School serves approximately 786 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Fred Fifer III Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #126 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Fred Fifer III Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • DE avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.9% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,253
Chronic Absenteeism23%

Fred Fifer III Middle School — Students at Fred Fifer III Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.3% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.8% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)

Based on 90 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
67%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
37.7%
ELA
58.3%
2016
Math
40.6%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
42.1%
ELA
57.1%
2018
Math
38.4%
ELA
56.4%
2019
Math
32.8%
ELA
58.8%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
25.3%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
22.8%
ELA
49.4%
2023
Math
20.6%
ELA
39.6%
2024
Math
21.7%
ELA
39.8%
2025
Math
26.9%
ELA
45%

* 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 Fred Fifer III Middle School Compares

See how Fred Fifer III Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in DE
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

Location

109 East Camden-Wyoming Avenue, Camden, DE 19934

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fred Fifer III Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Allen Frear Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOVER FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, W. B. Simpson Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably 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 0.2 mi
W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden 0.2 mi 7.2
Caesar Rodney High School Camden 0.5 mi 6.3
Positive Outcomes Charter School Camden 0.8 mi 6.2
Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School Dover 1.0 mi 5.3
W. Reily Brown Elementary School Dover 1.2 mi 5.3
CENTRAL DE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 1.5 mi 6.6
CAPITOL BAPTIST SCHOOL Dover 1.5 mi
Star Hill Elementary School Dover 1.5 mi 2.6
DOVER FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dover 2.2 mi 7.5
Capital Early Childhood Center Dover 2.5 mi 3.5
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 2.0 mi 7.1
Allen Frear Elementary School Camden 2.3 mi 8.4
John S. Charlton School Camden 2.3 mi 2.9
F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden 2.4 mi 4.3
POLYTECH High School Woodside 3.0 mi 6.4
South Dover Elementary School Dover 2.8 mi 4.5
Booker T. Washington Elementary School Dover 3.1 mi 5.1
Academy Of Dover Charter School Dover 3.2 mi 5.9
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Dover 2.9 mi 6.0

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 Fred Fifer III Middle School

What grades does Fred Fifer III Middle School serve?

Fred Fifer III Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Fred Fifer III Middle School?

Fred Fifer III Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 786 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fred Fifer III Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fred Fifer III Middle School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fred Fifer III Middle School rank in DE?

Fred Fifer III Middle School ranks #126 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Fred Fifer III Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fred Fifer III Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Fred Fifer III Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fred Fifer III Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fred Fifer III Middle School a charter school?

No, Fred Fifer III Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fred Fifer III Middle School a Title I school?

No, Fred Fifer III Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kent County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

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