Needs Improvement
#207 of 219 schools in DE
Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School
Middle School · Colonial School District
20 Chase Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#207 of 219
In New Castle
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#14 of 14
Colonial School District
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Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School
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About Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School
Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School is a public middle school in New Castle, DE, part of Colonial School District. Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- DE avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle 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
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Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School — Students at Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 88 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.8/10.
How Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School Compares
See how Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20 Chase Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF WILMINGTON (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Read (George) Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,985
Median Home Value
$242,600
Median Rent
$1,282/mo
Population
60,593
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Skyline Middle School Wilmington, DE | 4.0 |
| F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden, DE | 4.3 |
| Read (George) Middle School New Castle, DE | 4.6 |
| Delmar Middle School Delmar, DE | 4.8 |
| William Henry Middle School Dover, DE | 4.8 |
| Redding (Louis L.) Middle School Middletown, DE | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School
What grades does Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School serve?
Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School?
Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School rank in DE?
Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School ranks #207 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School a charter school?
No, Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mccullough (calvin R. ) Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 625
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.5%
- Phone
- (302) 429-4000
Resources & Links
District
Colonial School District- District Enrollment
- 8,778
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,018
- District Rank
- #14 of 14
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