Appoquinimink High School vs Christiana High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Delaware, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Appoquinimink High School
Middletown · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,357 students
Christiana High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,425 students
| Measure | Appoquinimink High School Middletown, Delaware | Christiana High School Newark, Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #6 of 34 | #5 of 34 |
| National rank | #6835 of 16,910 | #6771 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,357 | 1,425 |
| Enrollment | 1,357 | 1,425 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 49% |
| city | Middletown | Newark |
| state | Delaware | Delaware |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.8 vs 56.1).
- •Christiana High School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 40%).
- •Appoquinimink High School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 61%).
- •Appoquinimink High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.0).
- •Christiana High School is the larger school with 1,425 students compared with 1,357.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Appoquinimink High School better than Christiana High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Appoquinimink High School and Christiana High School?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Middletown and Newark in Delaware.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appoquinimink High School: 1,357. Christiana High School: 1,425. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appoquinimink High School and Christiana High School rank in Delaware?
Appoquinimink High School is 6th of 34 and Christiana High School is 5th of 34 among high schools in Delaware on the 2025 Success Index (US).