Serving 861 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 30% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). 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 equal to the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 30% (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 861 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
861 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Failure is Not an Option
School Rankings
Georgetown Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgetown Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
65%
20%
Black
10%
31%
White
21%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
33%
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 #80 out of 199 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
861 students attend Georgetown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Georgetown Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Georgetown Middle School?
Georgetown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Georgetown Middle School offer ?
Georgetown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Georgetown Middle School part of?
Georgetown Middle School is part of Indian River School District.
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