Serving 950 students in grades 9-12, Brandywine High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brandywine High School's student population of 950 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brandywine High School ranks within the top 30% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
37%
31%
White
45%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandywine High School's ranking?
Brandywine High School is ranked #56 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Brandywine High School often compared to?
Brandywine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandywine High School?
The graduation rate of Brandywine High School is 91%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Brandywine High School?
950 students attend Brandywine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Brandywine High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandywine High School?
Brandywine High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brandywine High School offer ?
Brandywine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brandywine High School part of?
Brandywine High School is part of Brandywine School District.
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