Districts in Sussex County7 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Henlopen School District | Lewes | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 5 |
| Indian River School District | Bethany Beach | 9/10 Excellent · 81st pct | 8 |
| Delmar School District | Delmar | 7/10 Good · 69th pct | 1 |
| Seaford School District | Seaford | 6/10 Average · 56th pct | 1 |
| Woodbridge School District | Bridgeville | 4/10 Below Average · 38th pct | 2 |
| Laurel School District | Bethel | 3/10 Below Average · 25th pct | 2 |
| Milford School District | Ellendale | 2/10 Poor · 19th pct | 4 |
Zip Codes in Sussex County
School Districts in Sussex County, Delaware
Sussex County has 7 public school districts covering 23 zip codes. The top-rated district in Sussex County is Cape Henlopen School District (10/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Delaware. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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