Appoquinimink School District

Appoquinimink School District operates 21 schools in New Castle County, Delaware, serving 12,804 students. The district is experiencing enrollment growth at 2.7% annually, indicating expanding student populations. With 862 teachers maintaining a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio, the district's staffing aligns with operational averages.

The district demonstrates academic performance substantially above state benchmarks. Math proficiency reaches 45.2% compared to the state average of 30.5%, while reading proficiency stands at 51.9% versus the state average of 39.5%. The graduation rate of 95.4% significantly exceeds Delaware's state average of 88.3%.

Student demographics show relatively low economically disadvantaged populations at 12.8%, with 4.6% English learners and 19.8% students with disabilities. These figures suggest a largely affluent community, though special education representation is notably higher than state norms.

Financially, Appoquinimink operates with a total budget of $255.6 million and per-pupil spending of $8,328, slightly above the state average of $8,195. Revenue distribution reflects a state-dependent model: 71.1% from state sources, 25.4% from local funds, and 3.5% from federal sources. This funding structure positions the district relatively well within Delaware's fiscal landscape while indicating moderate reliance on local tax bases.