Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marbrook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marbrook Elementary School's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marbrook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marbrook Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
46%
19%
Black
9%
30%
White
39%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Marbrook Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Marbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Marbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandywine Springs School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Marbrook Elementary School?
428 students attend Marbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Marbrook Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marbrook Elementary School?
Marbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marbrook Elementary School offer ?
Marbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marbrook Elementary School part of?
Marbrook Elementary School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
May 03, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
Fantastic. My child has learned more here than he did at Tower Hill. Just a wonderful place for your little one.
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