SUSSEX ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

Sussex Academy of Arts and Sciences is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Sussex Academy school district, located in Georgetown, DE with about 759 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, Sussex Academy of Arts and Sciences has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sussex Academy of Arts and Sciences, located in Georgetown, Delaware, is a highly regarded public charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 12. Founded with a focus on academic rigor and character development, the school operates under a mission to prepare students for success in higher education and the global workforce. The campus is well-known for its challenging curriculum, which emphasizes critical thinking, technological literacy, and a personalized approach to learning that encourages students to take ownership of their educational paths.

Beyond its core academics, Sussex Academy is distinguished by its strong emphasis on the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which provides a comprehensive, globally-minded framework for high school students. The school also fosters a vibrant community culture, offering a wide array of extracurricular activities, competitive athletics, and arts programs. By blending high academic standards with a supportive, community-oriented environment, Sussex Academy aims to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens who are equipped to thrive in an ever-changing world.

For more information, contact Sussex Academy of Arts and Sciences at (302) 856-3636 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

21150 Airport Road
Georgetown, DE 19947
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SUSSEX ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES is a public Title I Charter school in Georgetown, DE with about 759 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Delaware

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Delaware Department of Education
District:
Sussex Academy
Total Students:
759
Teachers:
37
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 759 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SUSSEX ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.

White
71.4%
Hispanic/Latino
14.4%
Asian
5.0%
Black or African American
4.9%
Two or more races
3.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
56.8%
Male
43.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.