What grades does McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School serve?

McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the New Castle area.

Where is McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School located?

McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School is a urban school in New Castle, DE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School is 16.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in New Castle, DE?

Schools in New Castle include McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the New Castle area.

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McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

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New Castle, DE 19720

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Wed

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Dec

Thu

Christmas BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Jan

Fri

New Year's DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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Jan

Mon

MLK Jr. DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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Feb

Mon

Presidents DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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Mar

Mon

Spring BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

625

Student:Teacher

16.4:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Colonial School District

Phone

(302)429-4000

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

15%

3th percentile in DE

Math Proficiency

7th percentile in DE

Chronic Absenteeism

19.3%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

695

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

39% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$23,018

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$12,885

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$24,223

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 15%State 53%Local 32%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$376,063

+2.6% 1yr+34.4% 5yr

Philadelphia, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

17.0%

Below 150% poverty line

5.5%

Unemployment rate

5.3%

Uninsured residents

7.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

2,249

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,001

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

916 (46%)

Autism

309 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

255 (13%)

Intellectual Disability

149 (7%)

Speech/Language Impairment

91 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

81 (4%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

615

Current enrollment

Declining(-19% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Thu, Dec 24, 2026

Christmas Break

Break

Fri, Jan 1, 2027

New Year's Day

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Colonial School District. McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	Professional Development DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Labor Day WeekendDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School

McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School has a total enrollment of 625 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in New Castle, DE.