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Newark High School

High School · Christina School District

750 East Delaware Avenue, Newark, DE 19711

Enrollment

1,055

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

8th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#146 of 219

In Newark

#23 of 28

public schools

In district

#22 of 27

Christina School District

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Newark High School

5.7/10

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About Newark High School

Newark High School is a public high school in Newark, DE, part of Christina School District. Newark High School serves approximately 1,055 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Newark High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Newark High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • DE avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.5 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness5.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate53%
AP Participation10.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,954
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Newark High School — Students at Newark High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
24.0% (2015 DESSA)
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (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
54%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
38.3%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
42%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Newark High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
34th percentile in DE
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
15
8 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
10.8% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
8 boys'·7 girls'·19 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

750 East Delaware Avenue, Newark, DE 19711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Newark High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TARBIYAH SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
THE COLLEGE SCHOOL Newark 0.3 mi 6.0
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE LAB PRESCHOOL Newark 0.3 mi
Brookside Elementary School Newark 1.1 mi 8.2
NEWARK CENTER FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Newark 1.1 mi 6.5
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School Newark 1.5 mi 8.2
West Park Place Elementary School Newark 1.3 mi 8.1
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Newark 1.8 mi 8.7
Brennen School (The) Newark 1.5 mi 5.2
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark 1.6 mi 6.7
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Newark 1.6 mi 7.6
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Newark 1.9 mi 7.4
Christina Early Education Center Newark 1.7 mi 6.1
Delaware School for the Deaf Newark 1.8 mi 4.9
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Newark 2.0 mi 3.8
Shue-Medill Middle School Newark 2.1 mi 7.7
Downes (John R.) Elementary School Newark 2.0 mi 6.6
TOWLE INSTITUTE Newark 2.6 mi 4.4
TARBIYAH SCHOOL Newark 2.7 mi 9.1
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE Newark 2.3 mi 9.2
Christiana High School Newark 2.5 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,455

Median Home Value

$376,300

Median Rent

$1,516/mo

Population

49,113

College Educated

52.7%

Homeownership

65.5%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

35.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Delmar High School Delmar, DE 5.6
Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School Newark, DE 5.9
Odessa High School Townsend, DE 5.5
Dickinson (John) School Wilmington, DE 6.1
Indian River High School Dagsboro, DE 6.1
Middletown High School Middletown, DE 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Newark High School

What grades does Newark High School serve?

Newark High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Newark High School?

Newark High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,055 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Newark High School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Newark High School rank in DE?

Newark High School ranks #146 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Newark High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Newark High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Newark High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Newark High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Newark High School a charter school?

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

Is Newark High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
99 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
1,055
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%
4-Year Graduation
53.0%

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