In 1975, Selbyville, DE was a small rural town with few educational opportunities offered to the local community. The school system in this town consisted of two elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Although the schools had a good rating among parents and students alike, they lacked the resources and funds that larger cities and towns had. This lack of funding led to limited programs such as after-school activities, advanced courses, extra-curriculars, and support services for disadvantaged students. Despite these limitations, teachers in Selbyville worked tirelessly to ensure that their students succeeded in their studies and were well prepared for life after graduation. The teachers took pride in being able to provide quality instruction to their students while providing a safe and secure learning environment. Though there have been significant advancements since 1975 within the educational system in Selbyville, it is important to remember that much of its success stems from the dedicated educators who worked hard to make sure every student had access to the best education possible despite limited resources.
Selbyville (zip 19975) schools spend $13,461 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 14 pupils per teacher, 2,328 students per librarian, and 444 children per counselor.