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Bedford (Gunning) Middle School

801 Cox Neck Road, New Castle, DE 19720, United States
+1 (302) 832-6280
http://www.colonialschooldistrict.org/gunningbedford/
2.5
Overall Rating

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Bedford (Gunning) Middle School Overview

About This School

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School is a public middle in New Castle, Delaware, serving 846 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 36% proficiency in ELA and 14% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with 56 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $101,000, while the school provides support through a ratio of 423 students per counselor. Students at the school are 49% male and 51% female. The demographic breakdown includes 50% Black, 26% White, 15% Hispanic, 5% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

846
Total Students
Grade 6-8
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
56 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts36%
Mathematics14%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
New Castle County
Students per Counselor
423:1

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

36%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 28%State Avg: 40%
14%
Mathematics
City Avg: 16%State Avg: 29%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.3:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
423
Students per Counselor

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
56

Average Teacher Salary

$101,000
City Avg: $97,795
State Avg: $96,238

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor423:1

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

48.58%
Male
51.42%
Female
Total Enrollment: 846 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White26%
Hispanic15.48%
Asian2.48%
Black50.47%
Two or More Races4.85%
Native American0.59%

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Bedford (Gunning) Middle School

Q: What is Bedford (Gunning) Middle School?

A: Bedford (Gunning) Middle School is a middle public located in New Castle.

Q: How many students attend Bedford (Gunning) Middle School?

A: Bedford (Gunning) Middle School has approximately 846 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Bedford (Gunning) Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Bedford (Gunning) Middle School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Bedford (Gunning) Middle School

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School is a public middle in New Castle, Delaware, serving 846 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 36% proficiency in ELA and 14% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with 56 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $101,000, while the school provides support through a ratio of 423 students per counselor. Students at the school are 49% male and 51% female. The demographic breakdown includes 50% Black, 26% White, 15% Hispanic, 5% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Bedford (Gunning) Middle School - New Castle, DE

Quick Facts about Bedford (Gunning) Middle School
School NameBedford (Gunning) Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location801 Cox Neck Road, New Castle, DE 19720, New Castle, DE
CountyNew Castle County
Phone+1 (302) 832-6280
Total Students846
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers56
Rating2.5/10
ELA Proficiency36%
Math Proficiency14%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Bedford (Gunning) Middle School

What is Bedford (Gunning) Middle School?

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School is a middle public located in New Castle.

How many students attend Bedford (Gunning) Middle School?

Bedford (Gunning) Middle School has approximately 846 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bedford (Gunning) Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bedford (Gunning) Middle School is 15:1.

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