Indian River School District

The Indian River School District in Delaware is home to 15 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district serves a diverse student population and has a mix of high-performing and struggling schools.

Among the standout schools in the district is Indian River High School, which ranks 7th out of 41 Delaware high schools and has a 4-star rating. The school boasts strong test scores, with over 57% of 11th graders proficient or better in SAT English Language Arts, and an impressive 88.9% four-year graduation rate. Another top performer is Lord Baltimore Elementary School, which ranks 9th out of 106 Delaware elementary schools and has a 5-star rating. This school excels in both English Language Arts and Math, with over 60% of students proficient or better on state assessments.

However, the district also faces significant challenges, with wide disparities in academic performance between the highest and lowest-performing schools. Schools like North Georgetown Elementary struggle with low test scores, while the district's alternative and special needs schools, such as Ennis (Howard T.) School, face higher chronic absenteeism rates and lower academic outcomes. The data suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as school culture and leadership, play a crucial role in student success within the Indian River School District.