BRANDYWINE HIGH SCHOOL

Brandywine High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Brandywine School District school district, located in Wilmington, DE with about 720 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 56 teachers, Brandywine High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Brandywine High School, located on Foulk Road in Wilmington, Delaware, is a prominent secondary institution within the Brandywine School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive student development, the school serves a diverse student body by offering a rigorous curriculum that includes honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, alongside various extracurricular activities. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

In addition to its academic focus, Brandywine High School places a significant emphasis on community engagement and student life. The school offers a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations, allowing students to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build a sense of school spirit. By prioritizing both scholarly achievement and personal growth, Brandywine High School maintains a tradition of excellence aimed at equipping its graduates with the tools necessary to become productive and engaged citizens.

For more information, contact Brandywine High School at (302) 479-1600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1400 Foulk Road
Wilmington, DE 19803-2794
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BRANDYWINE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Wilmington, DE with about 720 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Delaware

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
720
Teachers:
56
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
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 720 students

Black or African American
48.9%
White
36.3%
Hispanic/Latino
7.8%
Asian
4.6%
Two or more races
2.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
45.7%
Male
54.3%

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.