Serving 86 students in grades 1-12, Douglass School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglass School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Douglass School's student population of 86 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Douglass School ranks within the top 20% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglass School is 0.43, 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
#34 out of 201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
74%
31%
White
13%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglass School's ranking?
Douglass School is ranked #34 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglass School?
The graduation rate of Douglass School is 50%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 87%.
How many students attend Douglass School?
86 students attend Douglass School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Douglass School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Douglass School offer ?
Douglass School offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Douglass School part of?
Douglass School is part of Christina School District.
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