Caesar Rodney High School is a public high school located in Camden, Delaware, just south of Dover. The school is in Caesar Rodney School District. Its enrollment is over 2,000. During 1983 to 1984, Caesar Rodney was recognized as a Blue Ribbon School by the US Department of Education.
Serving 2,242 students in grades 9-12, Caesar Rodney High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caesar Rodney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Caesar Rodney High School's student population of 2,242 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caesar Rodney High School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caesar Rodney High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
30%
31%
White
47%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Riders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caesar Rodney High School's ranking?
Caesar Rodney High School is ranked #61 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Caesar Rodney High School often compared to?
Caesar Rodney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polytech High School, Dover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caesar Rodney High School?
The graduation rate of Caesar Rodney High School is 89%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Caesar Rodney High School?
2,242 students attend Caesar Rodney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Caesar Rodney High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caesar Rodney High School?
Caesar Rodney High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Caesar Rodney High School offer ?
Caesar Rodney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caesar Rodney High School part of?
Caesar Rodney High School is part of Caesar Rodney School District.
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