Serving 619 students in grades 6-8, Stanton 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 7% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanton Middle School's student population of 619 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stanton 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 Stanton Middle School is 0.58, 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
#185 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
60%
20%
Black
19%
31%
White
18%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
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 Stanton Middle School's ranking?
Stanton Middle School is ranked #185 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Stanton Middle School often compared to?
Stanton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Stanton Middle School?
619 students attend Stanton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Stanton Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanton Middle School?
Stanton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stanton Middle School offer ?
Stanton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanton Middle School part of?
Stanton Middle School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
School Reviews
5 9/30/2014
Last year the administration was HORRIBLE and I am glad they are gone.
This year the school has a new leadership team and they have been great so far. They are very responsive and transparent. I have talked to other parents and they are pleased as well. I believe that this team can turn the school around.
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