Needs Improvement
#212 of 219 schools in DE
Mckean (thomas) High School
High School · Red Clay Consolidated School District
301 McKennan's Church Road, Wilmington, DE 19808
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#212 of 219
In Wilmington
#47 of 50
public schools
In district
#25 of 26
Red Clay Consolidated School District
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Mckean (thomas) High School
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About Mckean (thomas) High School
Mckean (thomas) High School is a public high school in Wilmington, DE, part of Red Clay Consolidated School District. Mckean (thomas) High School serves approximately 870 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckean (thomas) High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Mckean (thomas) High School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- DE avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Mckean (thomas) High 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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Mckean (thomas) High School — Students at Mckean (thomas) High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 29 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: 2.6/10.
How Mckean (thomas) High School Compares
See how Mckean (thomas) High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
301 McKennan's Church Road, Wilmington, DE 19808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckean (thomas) High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dickinson (John) School (rated 6.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARK'S HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,883
Median Home Value
$309,700
Median Rent
$1,357/mo
Population
38,334
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Glasgow High School Newark, DE | 3.8 |
| Laurel Senior High School Laurel, DE | 3.9 |
| Seaford Senior High School Seaford, DE | 4.0 |
| duPont (Alexis I.) High School Wilmington, DE | 4.1 |
| Lake Forest High School Felton, DE | 4.7 |
| Howard High School of Technology Wilmington, DE | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckean (thomas) High School
What grades does Mckean (thomas) High School serve?
Mckean (thomas) High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mckean (thomas) High School?
Mckean (thomas) High School has an enrollment of approximately 870 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckean (thomas) High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckean (thomas) High School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mckean (thomas) High School rank in DE?
Mckean (thomas) High School ranks #212 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Mckean (thomas) High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckean (thomas) High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Mckean (thomas) High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckean (thomas) High School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mckean (thomas) High School a charter school?
No, Mckean (thomas) High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mckean (thomas) High School a Title I school?
No, Mckean (thomas) High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 870
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.2%
- Phone
- (302) 992-5520
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.0%
Resources & Links
District
Red Clay Consolidated School District- District Enrollment
- 14,546
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,094
- District Rank
- #25 of 26
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