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#99 of 219 schools in DE

Top 45% in state

Springer Middle School

Middle School · Brandywine School District

2220 Shipley Road, Wilmington, DE 19803

Enrollment

800

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#99 of 219

In Wilmington

#26 of 50

public schools

In district

#14 of 16

Brandywine School District

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Springer Middle School

6.6/10

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

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About Springer Middle School

Springer Middle School is a public middle school in Wilmington, DE, part of Brandywine School District. Springer Middle School serves approximately 800 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Springer Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Springer Middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • DE avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.4% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.4% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.4 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,228
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Springer Middle School — Students at Springer Middle School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.3% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.3% (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
78%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
43.2%
ELA
56.7%
2016
Math
45.1%
ELA
57.1%
2017
Math
42.2%
ELA
57.5%
2018
Math
38.7%
ELA
56.8%
2019
Math
36.3%
ELA
54.7%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
24.2%
ELA
40.1%
2022
Math
21.7%
ELA
39.2%
2023
Math
24.9%
ELA
40.5%
2024
Math
22.4%
ELA
41.8%
2025
Math
27.6%
ELA
46.3%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Springer Middle School Compares

See how Springer Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in DE
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Location

2220 Shipley Road, Wilmington, DE 19803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Springer Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hanby Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Forwood Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carrcroft Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CONCORD PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE Wilmington 1.1 mi
Brandywine High School Wilmington 0.9 mi 7.1
BRANDYWINE VALLEY CHRISTIAN PRESCH Wilmington 0.9 mi
ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Wilmington 1.0 mi 5.8
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Wilmington 1.2 mi 3.8
Hanby Elementary School Wilmington 1.2 mi 8.9
ALBERT EINSTEIN ACADEMY Wilmington 1.1 mi 7.4
Lombardy Elementary School Wilmington 1.4 mi 7.1
THE PILOT SCHOOL Wilmington 1.4 mi 7.7
CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI Wilmington 1.7 mi
Concord High School Wilmington 1.9 mi 7.5
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Wilmington 1.8 mi 6.1
ASTRA ZENECA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Wilmington 2.0 mi
Forwood Elementary School Wilmington 1.7 mi 8.2
Carrcroft Elementary School Wilmington 2.1 mi 8.0
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School Wilmington 2.8 mi 7.2
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School Wilmington 2.9 mi 6.7
AUGUSTINE HILLS SCHOOL Wilmington 3.0 mi
Mount Pleasant High School Wilmington 2.8 mi 7.1
Lancashire Elementary School Wilmington 2.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,941

Median Home Value

$436,200

Median Rent

$1,736/mo

Population

21,971

College Educated

61.2%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

46.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Seaford Middle School Seaford, DE 6.6
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark, DE 6.7
Meredith (Everett) Middle School Middletown, DE 6.7
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown, DE 6.8
Woodbridge Middle School Bridgeville, DE 6.9
Mariner Middle School Milton, DE 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Springer Middle School

What grades does Springer Middle School serve?

Springer Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Springer Middle School?

Springer Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 800 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Springer Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Springer Middle School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Springer Middle School rank in DE?

Springer Middle School ranks #99 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Springer Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Springer Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Springer Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Springer Middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Springer Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Springer Middle School a Title I school?

No, Springer Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

Brandywine School District
District Enrollment
10,350
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,228
District Rank
#14 of 16

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