Serving 763 students in grades 6-8, Shue-medill 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 28% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shue-medill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shue-medill Middle School's student population of 763 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
763 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Shue-medill 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 Shue-medill Middle School is 0.71, 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
#147 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
40%
31%
White
27%
38%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shue-medill Middle School's ranking?
Shue-medill Middle School is ranked #147 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Shue-medill Middle School often compared to?
Shue-medill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gauger-cobbs Middle School, Kirk (George V.) Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Shue-medill Middle School?
763 students attend Shue-medill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Shue-medill Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shue-medill Middle School?
Shue-medill Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shue-medill Middle School offer ?
Shue-medill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shue-medill Middle School part of?
Shue-medill Middle School is part of Christina School District.
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