Sussex Orthopedic Program serves 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sussex Orthopedic Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sussex Orthopedic Program's student population of 57 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sussex Orthopedic Program is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
35%
31%
White
35%
38%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Sussex Orthopedic Program?
57 students attend Sussex Orthopedic Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Sussex Orthopedic Program students are Black, 35% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Sussex Orthopedic Program offer ?
Sussex Orthopedic Program offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sussex Orthopedic Program part of?
Sussex Orthopedic Program is part of Seaford School District.
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