Sussex Central High School

26026 Patriots Way
Georgetown, DE 19947

www.sc.irsd.k12.de.us

2,039 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Sussex Central High School, located in Georgetown, Delaware, is a prominent secondary institution within the Indian River School District. Serving a diverse student population in Sussex County, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic growth, character development, and career preparation. The campus serves as a hub for the community, emphasizing a "Patriot Pride" culture that encourages students to excel not only in the classroom but also in a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs.

Beyond its standard curriculum, Sussex Central offers robust pathways for college and career readiness, often integrating vocational and technical training opportunities to prepare students for the modern workforce. The school is deeply embedded in the local Georgetown community, focusing on fostering an inclusive environment that supports student success through strong faculty mentorship and community partnerships. Prospective students and families can explore the school's specific course offerings, academic calendars, and administrative resources via their official district website.

2,039

Total Students

138.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sussex Central High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	733
Hispanic	953
Black	240
Asian	22
Two or More	77
American Indian	12
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
953 (46.7 %)
White
733 (35.9 %)
Black
240 (11.8 %)
Two or More
77 (3.8 %)
Asian
22 (1.1 %)
American Indian
12 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Indian River School District
Phone:	(302)934-3166
Website:	http://www.sc.irsd.k12.de.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,039
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	138.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 677

Grade 10 545

Grade 11 426

Grade 12 391