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#108 of 219 schools in DE

Top 49% in state

Polytech High School

High School · POLYTECH School District

PO Box 97 823 Walnut Shade Road, Woodside, DE 19980

Enrollment

1,225

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#108 of 219

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Polytech High School

6.4/10

High School in Woodside · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Polytech High School

Polytech High School is a public high school in Woodside, DE, part of POLYTECH School District. Polytech High School serves approximately 1,225 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Polytech High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Polytech High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above DE schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • DE avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.5 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation8.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,904
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Polytech High School — Students at Polytech High School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
24.0% (2015 DESSA)
ELA Proficiency 69.7% (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
71%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
29.8%
ELA
77.8%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
49%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Polytech High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in DE
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.5
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
91 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
8.7% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·34 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

PO Box 97 823 Walnut Shade Road, Woodside, DE 19980

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Polytech High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Caesar Rodney High School (rated 6.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Camden), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Positive Outcomes Charter School (rated 6.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Camden), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Woodside, see our Woodside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL DE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 1.5 mi 6.6
Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School Dover 2.0 mi 5.3
Star Hill Elementary School Dover 2.0 mi 2.6
Positive Outcomes Charter School Camden 2.5 mi 6.2
David E. Robinson Elementary School Wyoming 2.3 mi 8.5
Fred Fifer III Middle School Camden 3.0 mi 6.1
F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden 2.7 mi 4.3
Allen Frear Elementary School Camden 2.7 mi 8.4
John S. Charlton School Camden 2.8 mi 2.9
Caesar Rodney High School Camden 3.2 mi 6.3
Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center Camden 3.3 mi
W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden 3.3 mi 7.2
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 3.7 mi 7.1
W. Reily Brown Elementary School Dover 4.1 mi 5.3
CAPITOL BAPTIST SCHOOL Dover 4.5 mi
Magnolia Middle School Magnolia 3.6 mi 7.6
Lake Forest North Elementary School Felton 4.6 mi 6.2
J. Ralph McIlvaine Early Childhood Center Magnolia 3.9 mi 5.3
DOVER FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dover 5.0 mi 7.5
Dover Air Force Base Middle School Dover 4.4 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19980 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,079

Median Home Value

$284,800

Population

118

College Educated

3.9%

Homeownership

86.4%

Poverty Rate

0.8%

Median Age

57.3

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Sussex Technical High School Georgetown, DE 6.6
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 Polytech High School

What grades does Polytech High School serve?

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

How many students attend Polytech High School?

Polytech High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,225 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Polytech High School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Polytech High School rank in DE?

Polytech High School ranks #108 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Polytech High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Polytech High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Polytech High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Polytech High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Polytech High School a charter school?

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

Is Polytech High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,225
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
91
Type
vocational
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kent County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

POLYTECH School District
District Enrollment
1,225
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,904
District Rank
#1 of 1

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