Georgetown Middle School vs Sussex Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Delaware, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Georgetown Middle School
Georgetown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
861 students
Sussex Academy
Georgetown · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,182 students
| Measure | Georgetown Middle School Georgetown, Delaware | Sussex Academy Georgetown, Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #4 of 40 | – |
| National rank | #3429 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 861 | 1,182 |
| Enrollment | 861 | 1,182 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 78% |
| city | Georgetown | Georgetown |
| state | Delaware | Delaware |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sussex Academy does better on math proficiency (78% vs 55%).
- •Sussex Academy does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 64%).
- •Georgetown Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 20.0).
- •Sussex Academy is the larger school with 1,182 students compared with 861.
- •Georgetown Middle School is a public school while Sussex Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Georgetown Middle School better than Sussex Academy?
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 Georgetown Middle School and Sussex Academy?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Georgetown and Georgetown in Delaware.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Georgetown Middle School: 861. Sussex Academy: 1,182. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Georgetown Middle School and Sussex Academy rank in Delaware?
Georgetown Middle School is 4th of 40 and Sussex Academy is unranked among middle schools in Delaware on the 2025 Success Index (US).