School Overview
William Henry Middle School, located at 65 Carver Road in Dover, Delaware, is a key component of the Capital School District. Serving students in the middle grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school. Its curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while providing the social and emotional guidance necessary for this transitional stage of development. The school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and works closely with families to ensure that every student has the tools required to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Beyond its academic focus, William Henry Middle School is committed to cultivating a well-rounded educational experience through various extracurricular activities and programs. By prioritizing inclusive values and student engagement, the school aims to prepare its pupils for the rigors of secondary education and beyond. Residents and families interested in learning more about the school’s specific academic policies, upcoming events, or faculty information can visit their official website at [http://www.capital.k12.de.us](http://www.capital.k12.de.us).
857
Total Students
50.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for William Henry Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White176
Hispanic133
Black465
Asian4
Two or More72
American Indian7
  • Black
    465 (54.3 %)
  • White
    176 (20.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    133 (15.5 %)
  • Two or More
    72 (8.4 %)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.8 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Capital School District
Phone: (302)672-1622
Website: http://www.capital.k12.de.us
Grade Range: 5th - 6th
Total Students: 857
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 5 427
Grade 6 430

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for William Henry Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 5427
Grade 6430
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for William Henry Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female39846.4%
Male45953.6%