For the 2025-26 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 315 students located throughout Delaware.
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Top Delaware Boarding Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
350 Noxontown Road
Middletown, DE 19709
(302) 285-4231
Middletown, DE 19709
(302) 285-4231
Gr: 9-12 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 22% Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many boarding schools are located in Delaware?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Delaware.
What is the oldest boarding school in Delaware?
St. Andrew's School, DE, founded in 1929, is the oldest boarding school in Delaware.
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