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Middletown High School

High School · Appoquinimink School District

120 Silver Lake Road, Middletown, DE 19709

Enrollment

1,235

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#125 of 219

In Middletown

#10 of 15

public schools

In district

#12 of 20

Appoquinimink School District

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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About Middletown High School

Middletown High School is a public high school in Middletown, DE, part of Appoquinimink School District. Middletown High School serves approximately 1,235 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Middletown High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Middletown High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Middletown High School

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

Middletown High School is a public high school located in Middletown, Delaware, serving students in grades 9–12 2 . It is one of three high schools within the Appoquinimink School District 2 . The current facility originally opened in 1997 and underwent a two-story wing addition in the summer of 2002, along with an expansion of the cafeteria and lobby to increase capacity 2 . Prior to moving to its current location, the school was housed in the building now known as Everett Meredith Middle School 2 . Recent activities include student participation in the 2026 Delaware Technology Student Association State Leadership Conference 1 . The school community also observes events such as the Secondary Art Exhibition and Sports Booster meetings 1 .
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  1. www.middletownhs.org
  2. en.wikipedia.org
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How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • DE avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+2.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation27.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,023
Chronic Absenteeism30%

Middletown High School — Students at Middletown High School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
24.0% (2015 DESSA)
ELA Proficiency 70.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
52.6% (2015 DESSA)

Based on 30 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
72%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
33.5%
ELA
75.1%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
51%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Middletown High School Compares

See how Middletown High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in DE
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
21
11 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
89 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
27.2% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
11 boys'·10 girls'·21 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

120 Silver Lake Road, Middletown, DE 19709

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middletown High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Appoquinimink High School (rated 6.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Odessa High School (rated 5.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Townsend), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANNES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Middletown 0.6 mi 6.9
Brick Mill Elementary School Middletown 0.7 mi 4.2
Brick Mill Early Childhood Center Middletown 0.7 mi 7.5
ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Middletown 1.2 mi 7.9
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School Middletown 0.9 mi 5.0
Silver Lake Elementary School Middletown 0.9 mi 6.7
Meredith (Everett) Middle School Middletown 1.3 mi 6.7
Appoquinimink PreSchool Center Middletown 1.4 mi 6.0
Odessa High School Townsend 2.3 mi 5.5
Old State Elementary School Townsend 2.4 mi 7.7
Cantwells Bridge Middle School Townsend 2.4 mi 7.7
Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center Townsend 2.5 mi 6.8
Bunker Hill Elementary School Middletown 2.8 mi 4.8
Cedar Lane Elementary School Middletown 3.6 mi 8.8
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center Middletown 3.7 mi 5.6
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School Middletown 3.7 mi 7.7
Townsend Elementary School Townsend 3.7 mi 8.4
MOT Charter School Middletown 3.2 mi 7.5
Townsend Early Childhood Center Townsend 3.8 mi 5.1
Appoquinimink High School Middletown 2.9 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,971

Median Home Value

$444,900

Median Rent

$1,571/mo

Population

50,542

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

86.3%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middletown High School

What grades does Middletown High School serve?

Middletown High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Middletown High School?

Middletown High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,235 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middletown High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Middletown High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middletown High School rank in DE?

Middletown High School ranks #125 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Middletown High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Middletown High 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 Middletown High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middletown High School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Middletown High School a charter school?

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

Is Middletown High School a Title I school?

No, Middletown High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,235
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

Appoquinimink School District
District Enrollment
12,945
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,023
District Rank
#12 of 20

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