SUSSEX TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL

Sussex Technical High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Sussex Technical School District school district, located in Georgetown, DE with about 1,248 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 89 teachers, Sussex Technical High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 Technical High School, located in Georgetown, Delaware, is a premier career and technical education (CTE) institution serving students throughout Sussex County. Operating as a school of choice, it integrates rigorous academic instruction with specialized career training. The school provides students with the unique opportunity to earn both a high school diploma and industry-recognized certifications, preparing them for immediate entry into the workforce, apprenticeship programs, or post-secondary education.

The campus offers a wide variety of technical programs—ranging from information technology and health professions to culinary arts and skilled trades—all housed within state-of-the-art facilities. By blending hands-on technical experience with traditional core academics, Sussex Technical High School emphasizes a project-based learning environment. This approach is designed to foster both professional skill development and essential "soft skills," ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to meet the evolving demands of the 21st-century economy.

For more information, contact Sussex Technical High School at (302) 856-0961 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.