Serving 807 students in grades 6-8, Shue-medill Middle 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 18% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shue-medill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shue-medill Middle School's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shue-medill Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shue-medill Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
39%
31%
White
28%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shue-medill Middle School's ranking?
Shue-medill Middle School is ranked #147 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Shue-medill Middle School often compared to?
Shue-medill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gauger-cobbs Middle School, Kirk (George V.) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Shue-medill Middle School?
807 students attend Shue-medill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Shue-medill Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shue-medill Middle School?
Shue-medill Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shue-medill Middle School offer ?
Shue-medill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shue-medill Middle School part of?
Shue-medill Middle School is part of Christina School District.
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