Serving 145 students in grades 9-12, Great Oaks Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Oaks Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Great Oaks Charter School's student population of 145 students has declined by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Rankings
Great Oaks Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Oaks Charter School is 0.22, 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
#175 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
88%
31%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
33%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Oaks Charter School's ranking?
Great Oaks Charter School is ranked #175 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Great Oaks Charter School often compared to?
Great Oaks Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freire Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Oaks Charter School?
The graduation rate of Great Oaks Charter School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Great Oaks Charter School?
145 students attend Great Oaks Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Great Oaks Charter School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Oaks Charter School?
Great Oaks Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Oaks Charter School offer ?
Great Oaks Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Oaks Charter School part of?
Great Oaks Charter School is part of Great Oaks Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Oaks Charter School located?
Great Oaks Charter School is located in the Mid town Brandywine neighborhood of Wilmington, DE. There are 1 other public schools located in Mid town Brandywine.
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