Excellent
#332 of 3,440 schools in OH
Top 10% in state
Delaware Area Career Center South Campus
High School · Delaware Area Career Center
4565 Columbus Pike, Delaware, OH 43015
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Delaware. Learn more
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Delaware
#1 of 12
public schools
Ohio high schools
#60 of 886
School environment
10.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Delaware Area Career Center South Campus
Delaware Area Career Center South Campus is a public high school in Delaware, OH, part of the Delaware Area Career Center. The school serves approximately 299 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 90.4th percentile among OH schools — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school environment (10.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $99,622, where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.2:1, Delaware Area Career Center South Campus offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Delaware Area Career Center South Campus Compares
See how Delaware Area Career Center South Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4565 Columbus Pike, Delaware, OH 43015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Delaware Area Career Center South Campus may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Olentangy Liberty High School (rated 8.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Powell), with a very similar rating. Another option is Olentangy High School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lewis Center), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Olentangy Berlin High School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Delaware, see our Delaware schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,622
Median Home Value
$311,900
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
59,027
College Educated
46.7%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
38.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Delaware Area Career Center South Campus has a median household income of $99,622. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $311,900, with a median rent of $1,207/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edgerton High School Edgerton, OH | 8.2 |
| Mapleton High School Ashland, OH | 8.2 |
| Pike-Delta-York High School Delta, OH | 8.2 |
| Yellow Springs/McKinney High School Yellow Springs, OH | 8.2 |
| Col Crawford High School Crestline, OH | 8.1 |
| Fairbanks High School Milford Center, OH | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delaware Area Career Center South Campus
What grades does Delaware Area Career Center South Campus serve?
Delaware Area Career Center South Campus serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Delaware Area Career Center South Campus?
Delaware Area Career Center South Campus has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Delaware Area Career Center South Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Delaware Area Career Center South Campus is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Delaware Area Career Center South Campus rank in OH?
Delaware Area Career Center South Campus is ranked #332 out of 3,440 schools in OH.
What is Delaware Area Career Center South Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Delaware Area Career Center South Campus has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Delaware Area Career Center South Campus a charter school?
No, Delaware Area Career Center South Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Delaware Area Career Center South Campus a Title I school?
No, Delaware Area Career Center South Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delaware Area Career Center South Campus?
99.0% of students at Delaware Area Career Center South Campus qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (740) 548-0708
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Delaware Area Career Center- District Enrollment
- 299
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $63,834
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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