What Smyrna High School does

Smyrna High School is a public high school serving grades 9-12 as part of Smyrna School District, a political subdivision of the State of Delaware established in 1885. The district as a whole operates eight schools (five elementary, one intermediate, one middle school, and the high school) serving approximately 5,721 students in Smyrna and Clayton, Delaware, supported by 670 educational staff with a 1:12 student-to-teacher ratio and $16,420 in per-pupil expenditure. The high school's product surface centers on 13 Advanced Placement courses, 10+ dual enrollment college-credit courses through partnerships with local colleges, 25+ Career and Technical Education pathways organized under six themed schools (Agriculture, Education, Arts, Business, Leadership, STEM), a three-tier Work-Based Learning program (grades 6-12), and 27 varsity sports across 52 teams with 15 state championships in the past decade. Reported outcomes include a 90% graduation rate described as among the strongest in Delaware, $5.2M+ in scholarships earned by recent seniors, and 84% of students enrolling in higher education. Supporting technology modules include a 1:1 Chromebook initiative with GoGuardian safety features, a Raptor Visitor Management System, the "Where's The Bus" real-time tracking app, multi-layered safety infrastructure (ALICE intruder response, panic alert system, modern camera systems), a Farm to School program with USDA support, a Little Free Library program at nine registered locations, and a summer Bookmobile service. The district's business model is government-funded rather than tuition-based: revenue derives from state and local tax revenue, federal funding (including USDA support), voter-approved capital referendums (2020 and 2021 approved; 2024 and 2025 not approved), and a small set of ancillary fees such as athletic ticket pricing ($7 adults, $25 student season tickets) and facility rentals, distributed exclusively through direct enrollment to district residents and School Choice transfers from outside the district.

Name

Smyrna High School

Legal name

Smyrna School District

Website

https://smyrna.k12.de.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1885

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Smyrna High School is a public 9-12 high school within Smyrna School District (est. 1885), serving Delaware students alongside seven other district schools across Smyrna and Clayton, funded by state/local taxes and federal sources, with 13 AP courses, 25+ CTE pathways, and 27 varsity sports.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD), Charter School Networks (Multi-Site) (EDAJACAC)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• High school academics
• Career technical education
• Secondary athletics programs
• College preparatory courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Seaford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: Funded through state and local tax revenue, with additional federal funding. Expenditure per pupil is $16,420. District conducts monthly financial reporting and maintains annual financial statements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Smyrna High School is a public high school (grades 9-12) within the Smyrna School District in Delaware, delivering comprehensive secondary education including 13 Advanced Placement courses, 10+ dual enrollment college-credit courses, 25+ Career and Technical Education pathways across six specialized schools, and 27 varsity sports programs. The school serves district residents tuition-free and accepts non-resident students through Delaware's School Choice Program, supported by a 1:1 Chromebook initiative and multi-layered safety technology infrastructure.

Product overview

Smyrna School District operates as a unified educational platform serving 5,721 students across 8 schools with a comprehensive portfolio of educational products and services. The core offerings center on Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways with six specialized schools (Agriculture, Education, Arts, Business, Leadership, STEM) providing 25+ career pathways, complemented by a robust Athletics Program (27 varsity sports, 52 teams), Advanced Placement courses (13 AP offerings), and Dual Enrollment partnerships with local colleges (10+ courses). Supporting modules include the 1:1 Technology Initiative with Chromebook deployment and GoGuardian safety features, the Work-Based Learning Program spanning grades 6-12, Little Free Library Program at 9 locations, the Bookmobile community literacy service, Farm to School nutrition initiative, comprehensive Safety and Security Program, and the Where's The Bus real-time tracking application. The district also operates capital development projects including new school construction and facility expansions.

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Products and services

• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways CTE programs offering 25+ career pathways where students earn college credits, industry-recognized credentials, and work experience, organized into six specialized schools: Agriculture, Education, Arts, Business, Leadership, and STEM. Targeted at high school students seeking career-aligned credentials.
• Athletics Program Smyrna High School offers 27 varsity sports with 52 total teams competing at varsity, junior varsity, and freshman levels. The athletic program has won 15 state championships in the last decade and serves high school students.
• Work-Based Learning (WBL) Program Three-tiered work-based learning program: Career Awareness (grades 6-12), Career Exploration (grades 10-12), and Career Immersion (grade 12) including internships, practicums, and student-operated businesses. Delivered in partnership with local employers for high school students.
• Advanced Placement (AP) Courses 13 AP courses offered at Smyrna High School enabling students to challenge themselves academically and earn college credit while still in high school. The district had 22 AP Scholars, 6 Honor Scholars, and 4 Distinction Scholars.
• Dual Enrollment Program Partnership with local colleges and universities offering 10+ dual enrollment courses where high school students can earn real college credits before graduation.
• 1:1 Technology Initiative District-wide 1:1 Chromebook initiative providing each student with a personal computing device for learning, with GoGuardian safety features installed on student Chromebooks and ClassLink launchpad integration.
• Safety and Security Program Comprehensive multi-layered safety approach including ALICE intruder response training, locked buildings, modern camera systems, Raptor Visitor Management, trained SROs, panic alert systems, and trauma-informed practices.
• Where's The Bus App Real-time school bus tracking application enabling parents and guardians to see when their child's bus will arrive.
• Farm to School Program Community nutrition initiative sourcing fresh produce from local farms to support local farmers while providing nutritious meals to students, supported by USDA funding.
• Little Free Library Program Literacy initiative with Little Free Library book exchange boxes at all 8 district schools plus the district office. Nine registered charter locations across the district promote free book access and community literacy.
• Bookmobile Program Mobile library service making stops throughout the community during summer to promote reading, providing free books to all ages.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% graduation rate - one of strongest in Delaware
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and support.

• Local Colleges and UniversitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership offering dual enrollment courses allowing students to earn real college credits before graduation. Students can earn 10+ dual enrollment credits through partnerships with local higher education institutions.
• Local Businesses and OrganizationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWork-Based Learning program partnerships providing internships, job shadowing, mentorships, and practicum experiences. Students gain practical skills and insights relevant to career paths through meaningful partnerships with local employers.
• Local FarmssupportStrategic or Co-development PartnerFarm to School program partnership with local farmers for sourcing fresh produce for school meals, boosting local economy and providing students with locally grown food.
• Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with multiple CTSOs including Business Professionals of America, DECA, Delaware Educators Rising, FCCLA, HOSA, FFA, SkillsUSA, and Technology Student Association to support student career development and competitive events.

Scale indicators20 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Christina School District: Delaware public K-12 district based in New Castle County. Comparable peer because of similar multi-school district structure, comparable per-pupil economics, and overlap in School Choice dynamics with Smyrna.
• Indian River School District: Large Delaware public K-12 district in Sussex County. Comparable scale (multi-school district with strong athletics and CTE programs) and competes for the same inter-district School Choice transfers as Smyrna.
• Woodbridge School District: Smaller Delaware public K-12 district in Kent County. Comparable because it serves a similar demographic base and competes in the same School Choice market, though at a smaller scale than Smyrna.
• Caesar Rodney School District: Neighboring Delaware public K-12 district in Kent County (Camden-Wyoming area). Directly competes for School Choice students with Smyrna and offers overlapping AP, dual enrollment, athletics, and CTE programming at comparable per-pupil funding levels.
• Appoquinimink School District: Delaware public K-12 district serving a similarly growing central-Delaware community (Odessa/Townsend/Middletown). Comparable because it is a direct competitor in Delaware School Choice enrollment, operates a comparable CTE/AP/athletics portfolio, and is undergoing its own rapid enrollment-driven capital expansion.
• Milford School District: Delaware public K-12 district operating schools in both Kent and Sussex counties. Comparable peer because of overlapping service geography, similar CTE and athletics footprint, and direct School Choice competition with Smyrna.
• Red Clay Consolidated School District: Largest Delaware public K-12 district (New Castle County). Comparable because it operates a similarly structured multi-school district with comparable AP, dual enrollment, athletics, and CTE offerings — though at a larger urban-suburban scale.
• Polytech School District: Delaware public K-12 district heavily oriented around Career and Technical Education. Comparable peer because its core identity, like Smyrna's, is built around CTE pathways, industry credentials, and work-based learning — overlapping program model.
• Cape Henlopen School District: Delaware public K-12 district in Sussex/Lewes area. Comparable peer because it serves a similar grade configuration with similar college/career readiness metrics, athletics scale, and competes for the same School Choice transfer pool.
• Lake Forest School District: Kent County Delaware public K-12 district. Comparable peer because of overlapping service geography, similar K-12 structure, and School Choice competition with Smyrna for families in central Delaware.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCadoV1fBzKfwu9wOUzr-HjQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/SmyrnaSchools
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clayton-elementary-school
• Instagraminstagram.com/smyrnaschools
• Xx.com/SmyrnaSchools

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

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