High Schools in First State Military Academy

First State Military Academy is the sole high school located in Clayton, Delaware, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 439 students. The school's academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates in core subjects, is generally below the state averages in Delaware, suggesting a need for improved instructional practices and student support. While the school's graduation rate of 89.3% is slightly below the state average, its dropout rate of 6.4% is higher, indicating a potential challenge in student retention and on-time graduation.

Chronic absenteeism is a significant concern at First State Military Academy, with a rate of 31.2% that is significantly higher than the state average. This issue may contribute to the school's lower academic achievement and should be addressed through targeted interventions. The school's student population is relatively diverse, with a mix of White, African American, and Hispanic students, but the representation of Asian and Pacific Islander students is lower than the state's overall demographic composition.

Despite these challenges, the school's spending per student of $12,478 in 2018-2019 is in line with the state's average, suggesting that funding levels are not a significant factor in its academic performance. By closely examining its instructional practices, student support services, and attendance policies, First State Military Academy may be able to improve student outcomes and better serve the needs of the local community.