Smyrna High School is a 9–12 public high school in Smyrna, Delaware.
Serving 1,790 students in grades 9-12, Smyrna 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 22% (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 17:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,790 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smyrna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Smyrna High School's student population of 1,790 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smyrna High 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 Smyrna High School is 0.62, 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
#103 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
34%
31%
White
51%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smyrna High School's ranking?
Smyrna High School is ranked #103 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Smyrna High School often compared to?
Smyrna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caesar Rodney High School, Dover High School, Polytech High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Smyrna High School?
The graduation rate of Smyrna High School is 93%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Smyrna High School?
1,790 students attend Smyrna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Smyrna High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smyrna High School?
Smyrna High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smyrna High School offer ?
Smyrna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smyrna High School part of?
Smyrna High School is part of Smyrna School District.
School Reviews
2 6/9/2015
The Blk population is 62% the kids are very nasty and no respect, we have to pass the students in this school
2 11/28/2008
I don't like this school because they dont have the same classes that POLYTECH high school has to offer.
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