Serving 567 students in grades 9-12, Delaware Military Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delaware Military Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Delaware Military Academy's student population of 567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Delaware Military Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delaware Military Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
10%
31%
White
71%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
22%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delaware Military Academy's ranking?
Delaware Military Academy is ranked #39 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Delaware Military Academy often compared to?
Delaware Military Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Charter School Of Wilmington by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delaware Military Academy?
The graduation rate of Delaware Military Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Delaware Military Academy?
567 students attend Delaware Military Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Delaware Military Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delaware Military Academy?
Delaware Military Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delaware Military Academy offer ?
Delaware Military Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Delaware Military Academy part of?
Delaware Military Academy is part of Delaware Military Academy School District.
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