Cape Henlopen High School vs Dover High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Delaware, United States, 58 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cape Henlopen High School
Lewes · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,889 students
Dover High School
Dover · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,812 students
| Measure | Cape Henlopen High School Lewes, Delaware | Dover High School Dover, Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #11 of 34 | #26 of 34 |
| National rank | #8903 of 16,910 | #15482 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,889 | 1,812 |
| Enrollment | 1,889 | 1,812 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 17% |
| city | Lewes | Dover |
| state | Delaware | Delaware |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cape Henlopen High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.0 vs 18.8).
- •Cape Henlopen High School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 17%).
- •Cape Henlopen High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Cape Henlopen High School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 20.6).
- •Cape Henlopen High School is the larger school with 1,889 students compared with 1,812.
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 Cape Henlopen High School better than Dover High School?
On the Success Index (US), Cape Henlopen High School ranks higher (48.0 vs 18.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cape Henlopen High School and Dover High School?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Lewes and Dover in Delaware.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cape Henlopen High School: 1,889. Dover High School: 1,812. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cape Henlopen High School and Dover High School rank in Delaware?
Cape Henlopen High School is 11th of 34 and Dover High School is 26th of 34 among high schools in Delaware on the 2025 Success Index (US).