William Henry Middle School
Dover, DE 19904
Phone: (302) 672-1622
Fax: (302) 672-1633
District: Capital School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 5 • 545 students
William Henry Middle School, a public school located in Dover, DE, serves grades 5 in the Capital School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
William Henry Middle School is a public school located in Dover, DE. 545 students attend William Henry Middle School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 2/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Smarter Balanced Assessment data from Delaware Department of Education, and using 2025 Delaware System of Student Assessments data from Delaware Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 1/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2024 Percentage of students meeting growth target data from Delaware Department of Education. |
Posted: June 25, 2020
No communication majority teachers, but not all are disrespectful and don't provide a good learning place.
Posted: June 25, 2020
There rude and very disrespectful which don't help or show leadership towards the students.
Posted: June 25, 2020
The expect student's to be respectful and show strong character when they teach them it's ok to be disruptive.
Posted: June 25, 2020
There is not any leadership. This school has gotten really bad and the kids are still so young.
Posted: June 25, 2020
I don't think they help any students whether they have learning difference or not.
Posted: June 25, 2020
Some teachers encourage the bullying. Very sad someone needs to get this school starting with the teacher under control, so they students can learn the right way.
Posted: June 25, 2020
Horrible would never suggest anyone send there kids to this school.
Posted: February 25, 2020
The children can be disruptive but kids learn first at home- home environment is the key, teachers are there to teach, I feel for teachers putting up with undisciplined children our babies need direction and it starts at home, we can't totally blame the school, yes there are some not so good teachers but if a childs home environment has love and discipline that child can accomplish so much, parents step up and be the parents God called us to be give a child love, compassion and direction so they can be the best they can be, it's not easy being a parent but it can be rewarding and teachers be patient and remember why you chose a degree in teaching our young minds they are truly the future, Don't forget the Teachers Creed and parents Look up the Parents Creed...God Bless the Children the Parents and Those Awesome teachers who spend 8 hours plus a day, 180 days of the year being teachers in school and out, thank you for your love of teaching it's truly a gift from from the Creator(God) Bless and protect our children and teachers Lord
Posted: February 25, 2020
My son comes home eith challenging homework
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Posted: November 1, 2016
This school does not provide an environment for learning. Many disruptions and fights in the classroom. My son just started attending this school and the complaints are coming in daily: fighting, disruptions, disorganization, building is in disrepair (bathroom sinks and toilets do not work) and classrooms are understaffed.
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Posted: January 13, 2016
There really isn't much given. I was told that the students can only be graded on work completed at school. Homework is only busy work and nothing more.
Posted: January 12, 2016
The school did not allow my child to call me when she asked twice yesterday following this situation. The school waited all day before even trying to make contact with me and then did not leave a message. I called the school and asked what they wanted and the office had no idea. I called back and told the office what happened and asked for the man who handled the situation. I had to leave him a message and wait for him to call me. This incident happened approx 7am and I did not hear from the school until 3pm. What honesty, integrity or fairness was shown to my child or me?
Posted: January 12, 2016
The communication from the school is horrible. I have had scheduled meetings where the staff that was scheduled did not show up. Incidents have not been reported to me as a parent. My child was attacked at the bus stop before school and I did not find out about it until my child called me walking home from the bus stop after school. The other child admitted to the attack, and according to the dean of discipline gave the same account. She then rode the same bus home with my child. I was told that the incident was handled as dictated by school policy. What is the punishment for this?
Posted: April 27, 2015
Terrible school. If you have any other options you should run towards them. They do not seem to know what their own rules and policies are. They hold the students accountable for anything they can, but don't have the same standards themselves. A lot of fighting that is ignored and allowed. The weaker students pay the price at the hands of the known bullies and trouble makers.
Posted: October 27, 2014
This school is HORRIBLE!!! Teachers, students...ALL OF IT!! Bullying is an issue with my daughter. She has to worry about getting picked on everyday! I can't wait to get her OUT of there! We are MOVING to a better school district!!!!!
Posted: September 22, 2014
I have worked in other school but I love William Henry Middle School! I have worked here for 4 years and I know that the principal, teachers, and staff genuinely care for of the students. We have don't a lot of things to improve the climate so, kids want to be in school. We have done several activities to improve student success in Reading and Math. There are new afterschool programs that get students engaged in academics as well as pro-social activities. I'm proud to have worked here.
Posted: September 21, 2014
I've had two children attend WHMS since the change in administration and they LOVED it. Let your kids be kids and they will enjoy it too.The negative rumors in the community need to be buried! This is a different school and it is great school.
Posted: September 21, 2014
I've had 2 children, a niece and a nephew attend William Henry in the past 2 years and I've been very pleased. Yeah, there were concerns from time to time but the principal was very responsive and immediately handled my issues. As a Hartly mom that worries all the time, I was comfortable and at ease within the first couple of months of school. It really is a new place.
Posted: July 27, 2014
My daughter just completed 6th grade. She had a wonderful two years at WHM. Great leadership and extra curricular activities. The majority of her teachers have been above average and problems were dealt with swiftly.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
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| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
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| 1 | Downtown | Dover | DE | 0.8 mi | |
| 2 | Cape St Claire | Cape St Claire | MD | 49 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Dover AFB | 4.2 mi. |
| Aberdeen Proving Ground | 38.1 mi. |
| Coast Guard Cape May | 38.2 mi. |
