Serving 2,039 students in grades 9-12, Sussex Central High School ranks in the bottom 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 20% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 64% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sussex Central High School's student population of 2,039 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sussex Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sussex Central High School is 0.64, 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
#141 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
47%
19%
Black
12%
31%
White
36%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sussex Central High School's ranking?
Sussex Central High School is ranked #141 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Sussex Central High School often compared to?
Sussex Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian River High School, Cape Henlopen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sussex Central High School?
The graduation rate of Sussex Central High School is 80%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Sussex Central High School?
2,039 students attend Sussex Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sussex Central High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sussex Central High School?
Sussex Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sussex Central High School offer ?
Sussex Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sussex Central High School part of?
Sussex Central High School is part of Indian River School District.
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