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#53 of 219 schools in DE

Top 24% in state

Magnolia Middle School

Middle School · Caesar Rodney School District

133 Thomas More Dr, Magnolia, DE 19962

Enrollment

434

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#53 of 219

In Magnolia

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#5 of 14

Caesar Rodney School District

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Magnolia Middle School

7.6/10

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

J. Ralph Mcilvaine Early Childhood Center

5.3/10

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David E. Robinson Elementary School

8.5/10

1.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Magnolia Middle School

Magnolia Middle School is a public middle school in Magnolia, DE, part of Caesar Rodney School District. Magnolia Middle School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Magnolia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Magnolia Middle School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • DE avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+4.32 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.7% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.7% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,253
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Magnolia Middle School — Students at Magnolia Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
28.2% (multi-year state average, 2022-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.4% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
40.9% (multi-year state average, 2022-2025)

Based on 28 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2022
Math
20.9%
ELA
39.7%
2023
Math
17.7%
ELA
36.5%
2024
Math
20.8%
ELA
36.4%
2025
Math
37.8%
ELA
50.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Magnolia Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in DE
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Location

133 Thomas More Dr, Magnolia, DE 19962

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Magnolia Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dover Air Force Base Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fred Fifer III Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Camden), a more accessible option. Additionally, F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Camden), a more accessible option. For more schools in Magnolia, see our Magnolia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
J. Ralph McIlvaine Early Childhood Center Magnolia 0.9 mi 5.3
David E. Robinson Elementary School Wyoming 1.4 mi 8.5
Dover Air Force Base Middle School Dover 2.3 mi 8.3
Major George S. Welch Elementary School Dover 2.3 mi 8.4
F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden 2.0 mi 4.3
John S. Charlton School Camden 2.1 mi 2.9
Allen Frear Elementary School Camden 2.1 mi 8.4
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 3.0 mi 7.1
Star Hill Elementary School Dover 3.0 mi 2.6
Positive Outcomes Charter School Camden 3.5 mi 6.2
POLYTECH High School Woodside 3.6 mi 6.4
CENTRAL DE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 3.6 mi 6.6
Caesar Rodney High School Camden 4.0 mi 6.3
Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School Dover 4.0 mi 5.3
W. Reily Brown Elementary School Dover 4.5 mi 5.3
South Dover Elementary School Dover 4.9 mi 4.5
East Dover Elementary School Dover 5.2 mi 5.9
Fred Fifer III Middle School Camden 4.3 mi 6.1
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Dover 5.1 mi 6.0
Lake Forest East Elementary School Frederica 5.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19962 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,868

Median Home Value

$357,000

Median Rent

$1,205/mo

Population

12,618

College Educated

39.6%

Homeownership

90.1%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Magnolia Middle School

What grades does Magnolia Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Magnolia Middle School?

Magnolia Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Magnolia Middle School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Magnolia Middle School rank in DE?

Magnolia Middle School ranks #53 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Magnolia Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Magnolia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Magnolia Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Magnolia Middle School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

Is Magnolia Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Magnolia Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kent County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

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