McKean (Thomas) High School

301 McKennan's Church Road
Wilmington, DE 19808

redclay.schoolwires.net/mckean

927 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Thomas McKean High School, located in Wilmington, Delaware, is a comprehensive public high school within the Red Clay Consolidated School District. Serving students in the 19808 area, the school is known for fostering a diverse learning environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the workforce, often featuring specialized programs, athletics, and various student organizations that encourage community involvement and school spirit.

Beyond its core academic offerings, McKean High School places a strong emphasis on student development and career readiness. The campus serves as a hub for the local community, providing students with access to modern facilities and support services aimed at individual growth. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and achievement, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are equipped to navigate the challenges of the 21st century while remaining connected to their local community.

927

Total Students

71.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McKean (Thomas) High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	232
Hispanic	403
Black	251
Asian	11
Two or More	24
American Indian	6

Hispanic
403 (43.5 %)
Black
251 (27.1 %)
White
232 (25.0 %)
Two or More
24 (2.6 %)
Asian
11 (1.2 %)
American Indian
6 (0.6 %)

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:	Red Clay Consolidated School District
Phone:	(302)992-5520
Website:	http://redclay.schoolwires.net/mckean
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	927
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	71.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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 9 235

Grade 10 261

Grade 11 151

Grade 12 280