Serving 427 students in grades 6-8, Beacon Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Beacon Middle School's student population of 427 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Beacon Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 199 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
6%
31%
White
73%
38%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Middle School's ranking?
Beacon Middle School is ranked #13 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Beacon Middle School often compared to?
Beacon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mariner Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Beacon Middle School?
427 students attend Beacon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Beacon Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Middle School?
Beacon Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beacon Middle School offer ?
Beacon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beacon Middle School part of?
Beacon Middle School is part of Cape Henlopen School District.
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