Smyrna High School

Smyrna High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
500 Duck Creek Pky,  Smyrna, DE
Smyrna School District
3.6
3.6
1,790 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Cook
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
44%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
93%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
44%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
106
Full Time Teachers
106
Teachers in First or Second Year
20%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
540
Verbal
560
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
32.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
16.6%
State Average
19.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
280:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%
White
52.1%
Black
34%
Hispanic
8.8%
Two or more races
3.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.4%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Best HS For Athletes in Delaware
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Delaware 455 Students
Delaware State University 293 Students
Temple University 170 Students
Penn State 154 Students
Delaware Technical Community College - Terry 135 Students
Wilmington University 111 Students
Morgan State University 97 Students
Howard University 93 Students
University of Maryland - College Park 79 Students
Towson University 79 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 126 Students
Psychology 107 Students
Business 87 Students
Biology 86 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 48 Students
Chemistry 43 Students
Computer Science 40 Students
Education 38 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 34 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 271 Reviews
3.0 Senior
12/12/2024
It was good compared to others they had some nice things to offer but those opportunities were mainly for select people and they made that obvious.
4.0 Senior
10/8/2024
I like my school all four years I have been there. I'm now a high school senior there and I think It's good. The teachers are all nice, the administration is all on top of the students that go to the school. The school has rules set up for good purposes but they are also set up to keep the children in line from suspended or expelled. My school was new on time during black history month and in 2019 but I don't remember how we go to the news but overall our school is a good school to be at, They focus on children with disabilities, behavior help, academic help and some other curriculums.
4.0 Senior
3/20/2024
I have made a lot of friends during my time at Smyrna High School. There are a lot of opportunities and fun things to do throughout the school. But, I don't think they properly fund equally for everyone. They spend all their money on sports instead of helping with the drums that are falling apart, along with the school itself. Even though kids are painting more murals on the walls and making the school more beautiful, there's no denying that it needs to expand with the number of kids coming in. There's also a big shortage of teachers, but that's a worldwide crisis. Other than that, it's one of the better schools in the Delaware area. They are very diverse and have something for everyone. I can't deny the fun I've had and the memories I've made at that school, so I'm more grateful than anything else.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 9 Reviews
5.0 student
1/4/2019
I loved this school! It is very much the town itself, and helped shaped me as a person!
5.0 student
11/28/2016
Sports, Kids, Teachers, Administration is all amazing and want to help. Offers many clubs and extra activities. Amazing class spirit and an overall amazing high school.
1.0 parent
5/1/2015
We are currently researching homeschooling options for our high school student enrolled at Smyrna High. That is how desperate we are to get our child out of this school. This is the worst school we have ever experienced. My son was bullied and had his life threatened last year. We contacted the admi...
4.0 student
12/29/2014
This school is a amazing school for following your dreams, there are a billion different classes and career pathways and clubs for anything that you want to do. Our athletic program is amazing. We just won $25,000 from the CelebrateMyDrive campaign which is a huge accomplishment. There is a ton of s...

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Smyrna High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Smyrna, DE, in the Smyrna neighborhood, and is served by the Smyrna School District in Delaware. The school has a total enrollment of 1,790 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. Smyrna High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $399,213. Discover additional schools in the area, like First State Military Academy, Smyrna Middle School, Smyrna Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Smyrna has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Smyrna High School.

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