Caesar Rodney School District

Caesar Rodney School District serves 8,286 students across 15 schools in Kent County, Delaware's suburban areas. The district experienced modest enrollment growth of 1.0% from the prior year, suggesting relative stability in student population.

Academically, Caesar Rodney outperforms state averages in both core subjects. Math proficiency stands at 37.6% compared to the state average of 30.5%, while reading proficiency reaches 48.0% versus the state average of 39.5%. The graduation rate of 89.3% slightly exceeds Delaware's average of 88.3%. However, chronic absenteeism at 26.3% represents a notable challenge within the district.

The student population reflects significant diversity and needs. Approximately 27.5% of students qualify as economically disadvantaged, 22.6% receive special education services, and 7.3% are English learners. The district maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.0:1 across 590 teachers.

Financially, Caesar Rodney operates with a total budget of $133.5 million and per-pupil spending of $8,812, which exceeds the state average of $8,195. Revenue composition relies heavily on state funding at 66.0%, supplemented by local sources at 17.3% and federal support at 16.7%. This funding structure and above-average per-pupil expenditure suggest the district allocates resources to support its economically disadvantaged and special education populations while maintaining academic performance above state benchmarks.