Early College High School at Del State


Summary:

The Early College School at Del State is the sole public charter high school serving grades 7-12 in Dover, Delaware. This diverse school has a mixed academic performance, with strengths in 7th grade English Language Arts and 11th grade SAT English, but lower proficiency in 7th grade Math, 10th and 11th grade Science and Social Studies, and SAT Math. While the school boasts a high 90.4% four-year graduation rate, it also struggles with a concerning 10.1% dropout rate and a high 19.9% chronic absenteeism rate.

Compared to state averages in Delaware, the Early College High School at Del State stands out as a high-performing charter school with a focus on early college preparation. However, its academic performance is uneven, with some subject areas exceeding state benchmarks and others falling short. Addressing attendance issues and supporting student engagement throughout high school could be key focus areas for the school to improve overall outcomes.

Despite the mixed academic results, the Early College School at Del State appears to be a promising institution with a diverse student population and a strong graduation rate. Further investigation into the school's unique approaches and programs could provide valuable insights into how it can build on its strengths and address its challenges to better support its students' academic and personal growth.

District Detail

 1570 North DuPont Highway
Dover, DE 19901

 (302) 857-3510

SchoolDigger Rank:
17th of 32 Delaware districts

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Grades served: 7-12
Students: 519

Primary Schools: 0
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Delaware Department of Education.

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