Indian River High School vs Sussex Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Delaware, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Indian River High School
Dagsboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,073 students
Sussex Central High School
Georgetown · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,012 students
| Measure | Indian River High School Dagsboro, Delaware | Sussex Central High School Georgetown, Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #7 of 34 | #20 of 34 |
| National rank | #8359 of 16,910 | #14494 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,073 | 2,012 |
| Enrollment | 1,073 | 2,012 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 21% |
| city | Dagsboro | Georgetown |
| state | Delaware | Delaware |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Indian River High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.1 vs 24.5).
- •Indian River High School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 21%).
- •Indian River High School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 33%).
- •Indian River High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.4).
- •Sussex Central High School is the larger school with 2,012 students compared with 1,073.
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 Indian River High School better than Sussex Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Indian River High School ranks higher (50.1 vs 24.5 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 Indian River High School and Sussex Central High School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Dagsboro and Georgetown in Delaware.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Indian River High School: 1,073. Sussex Central High School: 2,012. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Indian River High School and Sussex Central High School rank in Delaware?
Indian River High School is 7th of 34 and Sussex Central High School is 20th of 34 among high schools in Delaware on the 2025 Success Index (US).