For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 674 students in 19809, DE.
The top-ranked public middle school in 19809, DE is Mount Pleasant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 19809 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Delaware public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 19809, DE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Delaware public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public middle school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best 19809, DE Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Duncan Road
Wilmington, DE 19809
(302) 762-7120
Wilmington, DE 19809
(302) 762-7120
Gr: K-12 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 19809, DE?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 19809, DE include Mount Pleasant Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 19809?
1 public middle schools are located in 19809.
What is the racial composition of students in 19809?
19809 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public middle schools average of 64% (majority Black).
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