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#117 of 219 schools in DE
Positive Outcomes Charter School
High School · Positive Outcomes Charter School
3337 South DuPont Highway, Camden, DE 19934
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#117 of 219
In Camden
#4 of 7
public schools
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Positive Outcomes Charter School
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About Positive Outcomes Charter School
Positive Outcomes Charter School is a public high school in Camden, DE, part of Positive Outcomes Charter School. Positive Outcomes Charter School serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Positive Outcomes Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Positive Outcomes Charter School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- DE avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 122 students, Positive Outcomes Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Positive Outcomes Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Positive Outcomes Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Positive Outcomes Charter School — Students at Positive Outcomes Charter School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 7.6/10.
How Positive Outcomes Charter School Compares
See how Positive Outcomes Charter 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
3337 South DuPont Highway, Camden, DE 19934
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Positive Outcomes Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. POLYTECH High School (rated 6.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Woodside), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Caesar Rodney High School (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Star Hill Elementary School Dover | 0.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Caesar Rodney High School Camden | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Fred Fifer III Middle School Camden | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School Dover | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center Camden | 1.0 mi | — |
| W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| CENTRAL DE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| W. Reily Brown Elementary School Dover | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Allen Frear Elementary School Camden | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CAPITOL BAPTIST SCHOOL Dover | 2.0 mi | — |
| John S. Charlton School Camden | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| POLYTECH High School Woodside | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| DOVER FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dover | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| David E. Robinson Elementary School Wyoming | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| South Dover Elementary School Dover | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Capital Early Childhood Center Dover | 3.1 mi | 3.5 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Dover | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Booker T. Washington Elementary School Dover | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19934 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,100
Median Home Value
$311,200
Median Rent
$1,510/mo
Population
13,579
College Educated
34.7%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Indian River Intensive Learning Center Selbyville, DE | 5.8 |
| Kent County Secondary ILC Dover, DE | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Positive Outcomes Charter School
What grades does Positive Outcomes Charter School serve?
Positive Outcomes Charter School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Positive Outcomes Charter School?
Positive Outcomes Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Positive Outcomes Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Positive Outcomes Charter School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Positive Outcomes Charter School rank in DE?
Positive Outcomes Charter School ranks #117 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Positive Outcomes Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Positive Outcomes Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Positive Outcomes Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Positive Outcomes Charter School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Positive Outcomes Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Positive Outcomes Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Positive Outcomes Charter School a Title I school?
No, Positive Outcomes Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 122
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (302) 697-8805
- 4-Year Graduation
- 49.5%
Resources & Links
District
Positive Outcomes Charter School- District Enrollment
- 122
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,383
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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