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#87 of 219 schools in DE

Top 39% in state

Georgetown Middle School

Middle School · Indian River School District

301 West Market Street, Georgetown, DE 19947

Enrollment

886

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#87 of 219

In Georgetown

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 15

Indian River School District

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Georgetown Middle School

6.8/10

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

Georgetown Elementary School

6.7/10

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North Georgetown Elementary School

6.3/10

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About Georgetown Middle School

Georgetown Middle School is a public middle school in Georgetown, DE, part of Indian River School District. Georgetown Middle School serves approximately 886 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgetown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Georgetown Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • DE avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.5% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.8% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment5.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,367
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Georgetown Middle School — Students at Georgetown Middle School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.3% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.2% (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
74%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
34.5%
ELA
50.5%
2016
Math
36.6%
ELA
56.4%
2017
Math
43.8%
ELA
58.3%
2018
Math
48.6%
ELA
59.8%
2019
Math
55.1%
ELA
63.8%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
19.4%
ELA
36.9%
2022
Math
29.2%
ELA
44.3%
2023
Math
29.6%
ELA
43.6%
2024
Math
30.5%
ELA
40.4%
2025
Math
30.6%
ELA
39.8%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Georgetown Middle School Compares

See how Georgetown Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in DE
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Location

301 West Market Street, Georgetown, DE 19947

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Georgetown Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mariner Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Milton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Millsboro Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Millsboro), a more accessible option. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown 0.0 mi 6.7
North Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown 1.5 mi 6.3
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Georgetown 1.4 mi 6.3
Sussex Academy Georgetown 1.5 mi 6.5
Sussex Technical High School Georgetown 4.0 mi 6.6
Sussex Central High School Georgetown 5.1 mi 4.8
Ennis (Howard T.) School Georgetown 5.2 mi 4.0
Mariner Middle School Milton 6.9 mi 7.0
Milton Elementary School Milton 7.3 mi 8.2
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School Milton 7.7 mi 9.0
EPWORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Laurel 8.2 mi 5.9
Millsboro Middle School Millsboro 8.5 mi 5.5
East Millsboro Elementary School Millsboro 9.2 mi 4.3
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS MILTON CAMPUS Milton 10.2 mi 6.8
Sussex Consortium Lewes 9.6 mi 6.2
Morris (Evelyn I.) Early Childhood Lincoln 12.9 mi 6.2
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dagsboro 11.9 mi 7.2
Long Neck Elementary School Millsboro 11.6 mi 4.9
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School Frankford 13.2 mi 6.8
Indian River High School Dagsboro 13.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19947 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,529

Median Home Value

$294,000

Median Rent

$1,298/mo

Population

19,343

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

67.7%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

37.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark, DE 6.7
Meredith (Everett) Middle School Middletown, DE 6.7
Woodbridge Middle School Bridgeville, DE 6.9
Mariner Middle School Milton, DE 7.0
Seaford Middle School Seaford, DE 6.6
Springer Middle School Wilmington, DE 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Georgetown Middle School

What grades does Georgetown Middle School serve?

Georgetown Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Georgetown Middle School?

Georgetown Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 886 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgetown Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Georgetown Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Georgetown Middle School rank in DE?

Georgetown Middle School ranks #87 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Georgetown Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Georgetown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Georgetown Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgetown Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Georgetown Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Georgetown Middle School a Title I school?

No, Georgetown Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
886
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Sussex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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