Serving 1,153 students in grades 9-12, St. Georges Technical High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 5% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Georges Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. Georges Technical High School's student population of 1,153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Georges Technical High 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 St. Georges Technical High School is 0.68, 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
#79 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
34%
31%
White
43%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Georges Technical High School's ranking?
St. Georges Technical High School is ranked #79 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are St. Georges Technical High School often compared to?
St. Georges Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School, Delcastle Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Georges Technical High School?
The graduation rate of St. Georges Technical High School is 99%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend St. Georges Technical High School?
1,153 students attend St. Georges Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of St. Georges Technical High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Georges Technical High School?
St. Georges Technical High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Georges Technical High School offer ?
St. Georges Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is St. Georges Technical High School part of?
St. Georges Technical High School is part of New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District.
School Calendar
View the St. Georges Technical High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break-School is Closed (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break-School is Closed (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break-School is Closed (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break-School is Closed (Events)
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break-School is Closed (Events)
April 19, 2025 (Saturday)
School Reviews
5 8/11/2021
I've been teaching at St. Georges Technical H.S. for 12 years now and this is one of the flagship schools for the district. The career instructors are top-notch professionals in their trades and teach cutting-edge skills and techniques that our industry demands. Our academic teachers challenge our students to not only career ready but to be college ready as well.
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