For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,359 students in 19958, DE.
The top ranked public high schools in 19958, DE are Cape Henlopen High School and Sussex Consortium. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19958 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Delaware public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 19958, DE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Delaware public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19958 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Delaware average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cape Henlopen High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Delaware or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Delaware public high school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 19958, DE Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cape Henlopen High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1250 Kings Highway
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 645-7711
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 645-7711
Grades: 9-12
| 1,918 students
Rank: #22.
Sussex Consortium
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17344 Sweetbriar Road
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 645-7210
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 645-7210
Grades: PK-12
| 441 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 19958, DE?
The top ranked public high schools in 19958, DE include Cape Henlopen High School and Sussex Consortium.
How many public high schools are located in 19958?
2 public high schools are located in 19958.
What is the racial composition of students in 19958?
19958 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Delaware public high schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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