Serving 885 students in grades 6-8, Georgetown Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 29% (which is equal to the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Georgetown Middle School's student population of 885 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Georgetown Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgetown Middle School is 0.52, 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
#94 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
65%
19%
Black
8%
31%
White
24%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Georgetown Middle School's ranking?
Georgetown Middle School is ranked #94 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Georgetown Middle School often compared to?
Georgetown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millsboro Middle School, Selbyville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Georgetown Middle School?
885 students attend Georgetown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Georgetown Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgetown Middle School?
Georgetown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown Middle School offer ?
Georgetown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Georgetown Middle School part of?
Georgetown Middle School is part of Indian River School District.
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