Below Average
#205 of 219 schools in DE
Skyline Middle School
Middle School · Red Clay Consolidated School District
2900 Skyline Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#205 of 219
In Wilmington
#45 of 50
public schools
In district
#24 of 26
Red Clay Consolidated School District
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Skyline Middle School
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About Skyline Middle School
Skyline Middle School is a public middle school in Wilmington, DE, part of Red Clay Consolidated School District. Skyline Middle School serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Skyline Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Skyline Middle School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- DE avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Skyline Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Skyline Middle School — Students at Skyline Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 90 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: 4.0/10.
How Skyline Middle School Compares
See how Skyline Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2900 Skyline Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Skyline Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shue-Medill Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stanton Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Elementary School Wilmington | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MARK'S HIGH SCHOOL Wilmington | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Linden Hill Elementary School Wilmington | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Dickinson (John) School Wilmington | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| DESTINY CALLING ACADEMY Wilmington | 1.0 mi | — |
| Forest Oak Elementary School Newark | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Meadowood Program Newark | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Newark | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| DEVELOPING MINDS PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Wilmington | 1.5 mi | — |
| TOWLE INSTITUTE Newark | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| LIMESTONE HILLS DAY SCHOOL Wilmington | 2.0 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BELOVED SCHOOL Wilmington | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Shue-Medill Middle School Newark | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| THE INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL Newark | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Red Clay Early Years Program Wilmington | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Stanton Middle School Wilmington | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Brandywine Springs School Wilmington | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Newark | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| McKean (Thomas) High School Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Newark | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,883
Median Home Value
$309,700
Median Rent
$1,357/mo
Population
38,334
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School New Castle, DE | 3.9 |
| F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden, DE | 4.3 |
| William Henry Middle School Dover, DE | 4.8 |
| Redding (Louis L.) Middle School Middletown, DE | 5.0 |
| Clayton Intermediate School Clayton, DE | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Skyline Middle School
What grades does Skyline Middle School serve?
Skyline Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Skyline Middle School?
Skyline Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Skyline Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Skyline Middle School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Skyline Middle School rank in DE?
Skyline Middle School ranks #205 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Skyline Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Skyline Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Skyline Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Skyline Middle School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Skyline Middle School a charter school?
No, Skyline Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Skyline Middle School a Title I school?
No, Skyline Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 472
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (302) 454-3410
Resources & Links
District
Red Clay Consolidated School District- District Enrollment
- 14,546
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,094
- District Rank
- #24 of 26
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