Serving 854 students in grades 6-8, Cantwells Bridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cantwells Bridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cantwells Bridge Middle School's student population of 854 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
854 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Cantwells Bridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cantwells Bridge Middle School is 0.66, 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
#49 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
33%
31%
White
48%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Cantwells Bridge Middle School's ranking?
Cantwells Bridge Middle School is ranked #49 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Cantwells Bridge Middle School?
854 students attend Cantwells Bridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cantwells Bridge Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cantwells Bridge Middle School?
Cantwells Bridge Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cantwells Bridge Middle School offer ?
Cantwells Bridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cantwells Bridge Middle School part of?
Cantwells Bridge Middle School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
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