Serving 1,256 students in grades 6-12, Christiana High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christiana High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Christiana High School's student population of 1,256 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Christiana High School ranks within the top 10% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christiana High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#11 out of 201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
39%
31%
White
31%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christiana High School's ranking?
Christiana High School is ranked #11 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Christiana High School often compared to?
Christiana High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glasgow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Christiana High School?
The graduation rate of Christiana High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Christiana High School?
1,256 students attend Christiana High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Christiana High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christiana High School?
Christiana High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Christiana High School offer ?
Christiana High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Christiana High School part of?
Christiana High School is part of Christina School District.
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