DELMAR HIGH SCHOOL
Delmar High School is a public high school that is part of the Delmar School District school district, located in Delmar, DE with about 652 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, Delmar High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Delmar High School, located at 200 North Eighth Street in Delmar, Delaware, serves as a central hub for secondary education within the Delmar School District. Situated on the border of Delaware and Maryland, the school plays a unique role in the community, fostering a diverse learning environment that balances academic rigor with personal development. The institution is committed to preparing its students for future success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military, by offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards and student interests.
Beyond the classroom, Delmar High School emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded student experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student-led organizations. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff prioritize student engagement and achievement. By leveraging community partnerships and a focus on character development, Delmar High School strives to cultivate responsible citizens who are equipped with the skills and confidence necessary to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape.
For more information, contact Delmar High School at (302) 846-9544 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Delmar, DE 19940-1399
(302) 846-9544
DELMAR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Delmar, DE with about 652 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Delaware
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Delmar School District
- Total Students:
- 652
- Teachers:
- 35
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 652 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DELMAR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 70.6%
- Black or African American
- 14.6%
- Two or more races
- 5.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.2%
- Asian
- 3.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
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.