Serving 460 students in grades 6-8, Magnolia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magnolia Middle School's student population of 460 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Magnolia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia Middle School is 0.66, 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
#125 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
29%
31%
White
49%
38%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
24.3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia Middle School's ranking?
Magnolia Middle School is ranked #125 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Middle School?
460 students attend Magnolia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Magnolia Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia Middle School?
Magnolia Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Magnolia Middle School offer ?
Magnolia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Magnolia Middle School part of?
Magnolia Middle School is part of Caesar Rodney School District.
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