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#173 of 219 schools in DE

Redding (louis L.) Middle School

Middle School · Appoquinimink School District

201 New Street, Middletown, DE 19709

Enrollment

478

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#173 of 219

In Middletown

#13 of 15

public schools

In district

#18 of 20

Appoquinimink School District

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Redding (louis L.) Middle School

5.0/10

Middle School in Middletown · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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About Redding (louis L.) Middle School

Redding (louis L.) Middle School is a public middle school in Middletown, DE, part of Appoquinimink School District. Redding (louis L.) Middle School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Redding (louis L.) Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Redding (louis L.) Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • DE avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.9% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.2% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.5 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected-17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,023
Chronic Absenteeism28%

Redding (louis L.) Middle School — Students at Redding (louis L.) Middle School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.3% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.8% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)

Based on 90 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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
41.7%
ELA
54.1%
2016
Math
45.4%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
43.3%
ELA
59.8%
2018
Math
42.8%
ELA
61.2%
2019
Math
43.5%
ELA
60.1%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
23.5%
ELA
50.8%
2022
Math
23.8%
ELA
45.7%
2023
Math
25.6%
ELA
34.4%
2024
Math
25.4%
ELA
33.2%
2025
Math
23.2%
ELA
34.6%

* 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 Redding (louis L.) Middle School Compares

See how Redding (louis L.) Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
22th percentile in DE
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

Location

201 New Street, Middletown, DE 19709

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Redding (louis L.) Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cantwells Bridge Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Townsend), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meredith (Everett) Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Silver Lake Elementary School Middletown 0.4 mi 6.7
Meredith (Everett) Middle School Middletown 0.7 mi 6.7
Appoquinimink PreSchool Center Middletown 0.7 mi 6.0
ST ANNES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Middletown 1.0 mi 6.9
Middletown High School Middletown 0.9 mi 6.1
Brick Mill Elementary School Middletown 1.3 mi 4.2
Brick Mill Early Childhood Center Middletown 1.3 mi 7.5
ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Middletown 1.7 mi 7.9
Bunker Hill Elementary School Middletown 1.8 mi 4.8
Appoquinimink High School Middletown 2.0 mi 6.6
MOT Charter School Middletown 2.6 mi 7.5
Cedar Lane Elementary School Middletown 3.6 mi 8.8
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School Middletown 3.7 mi 7.7
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center Middletown 3.7 mi 5.6
Odessa High School Townsend 3.2 mi 5.5
Townsend Elementary School Townsend 4.1 mi 8.4
Old State Elementary School Townsend 3.3 mi 7.7
Townsend Early Childhood Center Townsend 4.1 mi 5.1
Cantwells Bridge Middle School Townsend 3.3 mi 7.7
Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center Townsend 3.5 mi 6.8

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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Clayton Intermediate School Clayton, DE 5.1
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F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden, DE 4.3
Stanton Middle School Wilmington, DE 5.7
Moore (John Bassett) School Smyrna, DE 6.0
Skyline Middle School Wilmington, DE 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Redding (louis L.) Middle School

What grades does Redding (louis L.) Middle School serve?

Redding (louis L.) Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Redding (louis L.) Middle School?

Redding (louis L.) Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Redding (louis L.) Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Redding (louis L.) Middle School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Redding (louis L.) Middle School rank in DE?

Redding (louis L.) Middle School ranks #173 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Redding (louis L.) Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Redding (louis L.) Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Redding (louis L.) Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Redding (louis L.) Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Redding (louis L.) Middle School a charter school?

No, Redding (louis L.) Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Redding (louis L.) Middle School a Title I school?

No, Redding (louis L.) Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

District

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

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