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Appoquinimink High School

1080 Bunker Hill Road, Middletown, DE, 19709

About Appoquinimink High School

Appoquinimink High School is a top public high school in Middletown, Delaware, for students in grades 9 through 12. It is a key part of the Appoquinimink School District and has a strong enrollment of about 2,200 students, with a student-to-teacher ratio of about 17:1. It is known as one of the best schools in the state and has a 38% participation rate in Advanced Placement courses. The student body is diverse, with 54% of students being minorities. Appoquinimink High School does well in school, with 57% of students being proficient in reading and 28% being proficient in math. The school helps students get ready for college by setting up tests for the SAT and ACT. It is one of the best schools in the area because it has a good reputation in the community and a lively school environment. Its main strengths are its wide range of academic paths and its ongoing promise to get students ready for success in college and beyond, and it is one of the best high school in Delaware.

Appoquinimink High School Contact Information

Address

1080 Bunker Hill Road, Middletown, DE, 19709

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Phone

(302) 449-3840

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 28%
Reading 57%
State average proficiency is 28% in Math and 57% in Reading.
93
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
32
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
1399
Total Students
$67814
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 43 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Appoquinimink High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM to 3:05 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 46.18%
Asian 10.86%
Hispanic 8.51%
Black 30.45%
Two+ Races 3.5%
Native Am. 0.36%
White
46.18%
Asian
10.86%
Hispanic
8.51%
Black
30.45%
Two+ Races
3.5%
Native Am.
0.36%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1399
48.03%
672 Female
51.97%
727 Male

Student Population

1399 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

233 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Recently, Appoquinimink High School got a high-tech media production suite that lets students make professional-quality digital content for the school's broadcasting program. The school also celebrated the success of its Mock Trial team, which made it to the final rounds of the state championships by making strong legal arguments. New outdoor classrooms have also been added to the campus to help with lessons in environmental science and sustainability.

FAQ

Q1. Does Appoquinimink High School offer individualized learning assistance?

Ans. Yes, Appoquinimink High School gives students advice and help to help them reach their academic goals.

Q2. Are students allowed to join clubs and activities outside of school?

Ans. Yes, clubs, sports, and student groups help people learn how to be social and lead.

Q3. Are there ways to get better at school?

Ans. Yes, advanced classes and projects make students work hard in school and think for themselves.

Q4. Are there any programs that are creative?

Ans. Yes, students can be creative through practical activities music, drama, and visual arts.

Q5. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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