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#8 of 59 private schools in DE

Top 12% of private schools

St Andrew's School

High School

350 NOXONTOWN RD, Middletown, DE 19709

Private

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

5.4:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Delaware private schools

#8 of 59

In Middletown

#1 of 2

public schools

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St Andrew's School

7.9/10

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

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About St Andrew's School

St Andrew's School is a private high school in Middletown, DE. St Andrew's School serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Andrew's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 59 private schools in DE.

How it compares2.0 pts above DE schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • DE avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 5.4:1 students to teachers, St Andrew's School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Andrew's School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

St Andrew's School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Andrew's School compares to the 15 public schools in Middletown, DE

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.4:1
This School
vs
14.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
316
This School
vs
728
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.9
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.5% vs 0%
Asian 18.7% vs 0%
Black 12% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.1% vs 0%
St Andrew's School Middletown Public Avg

All Schools in Middletown

School Rating
St Andrew's School (this school) 7.9
Middletown High School 6.1
Silver Lake Elementary School 6.7
Meredith (Everett) Middle School 6.7
Appoquinimink PreSchool Center 6.0
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School 5.0
Brick Mill Early Childhood Center 7.5
Brick Mill Elementary School 4.2
MOT Charter School 7.5
Bunker Hill Elementary School 4.8
Appoquinimink High School 6.6
Cedar Lane Elementary School 8.8
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center 5.6
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School 7.7
St. Georges Technical High School 6.9
Lorewood Grove Elementary School 8.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DE.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,141
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 316
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in DE

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 58.5%
Asian 18.7%
Black 12.0%
Two or More 6.6%
Hispanic 4.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

350 NOXONTOWN RD, Middletown, DE 19709

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Andrew's School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Appoquinimink High School (rated 6.6/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Middletown High School (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Odessa High School (rated 5.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Townsend), a more accessible option. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANNES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Middletown 0.8 mi 6.9
Middletown High School Middletown 1.2 mi 6.1
Silver Lake Elementary School Middletown 1.5 mi 6.7
Brick Mill Elementary School Middletown 1.8 mi 4.2
Brick Mill Early Childhood Center Middletown 1.8 mi 7.5
Redding (Louis L.) Middle School Middletown 1.7 mi 5.0
Meredith (Everett) Middle School Middletown 1.6 mi 6.7
Appoquinimink PreSchool Center Middletown 1.7 mi 6.0
Odessa High School Townsend 1.9 mi 5.5
Old State Elementary School Townsend 2.0 mi 7.7
Townsend Elementary School Townsend 2.6 mi 8.4
Townsend Early Childhood Center Townsend 2.6 mi 5.1
Cantwells Bridge Middle School Townsend 2.1 mi 7.7
Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center Townsend 2.1 mi 6.8
MOT Charter School Middletown 2.9 mi 7.5
Bunker Hill Elementary School Middletown 3.3 mi 4.8
Appoquinimink High School Middletown 3.5 mi 6.6
Cedar Lane Elementary School Middletown 4.7 mi 8.8
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center Middletown 4.8 mi 5.6
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School Middletown 4.8 mi 7.7

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Andrew's School

What grades does St Andrew's School serve?

St Andrew's School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Andrew's School?

St Andrew's School has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Andrew's School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Andrew's School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Andrew's School rank in DE?

St Andrew's School ranks #8 of 59 private schools in DE.

What is St Andrew's School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Andrew's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Andrew's School a private school?

Yes, St Andrew's School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Andrew's School a religious school?

St Andrew's School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
1 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
316
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
163 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
New Castle County

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