What grades does Cape Henlopen High School serve?

As a High school, Cape Henlopen High School serves students in Lewes, DE. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Cape Henlopen High School located?

You can find Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes, DE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cape Henlopen High School?

At Cape Henlopen High School, there are approximately 14.6 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Lewes, DE?

Cape Henlopen High School is among the schools serving Lewes, DE. The school is part of the local school system.

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Cape Henlopen High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Lewes, Delaware|Cape Henlopen School District

Lewes, DE 19958

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,918

Student:Teacher

14.6:1

Locale

Town

District

Cape Henlopen School District

Phone

(302)645-7711

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

51%

69th percentile in DE

Math Proficiency

26%

58th percentile in DE

Graduation Rate

83%

Chronic Absenteeism

14.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

16 courses offered

306 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

232 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

375 test takers

Athletics

21 sports, 34 teams

638 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.8:1

Worse than average in DE

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,781

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

106

51% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$20,712

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,042

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$24,282

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 52%Local 41%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

6.9%

Uninsured residents

10.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,420

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,282

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

67%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

392 (31%)

Autism

330 (26%)

Speech/Language Impairment

188 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

176 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

54 (4%)

Intellectual Disability

43 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,889

Current enrollment

Growing(+25% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Labor Day Holiday

Holiday

Wed, Sep 9, 2026

First Pupil Day

Event

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	First Pupil Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas Break	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's Day	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. Day	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents Day	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	Last Pupil Day	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cape Henlopen High School

Cape Henlopen High School has a total enrollment of 1,918 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Lewes, DE.