Serving 837 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Georgetown Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Georgetown Elementary School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Georgetown 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 Georgetown Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#156 out of 196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
55%
19%
Black
12%
30%
White
30%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgetown Elementary School's ranking?
Georgetown Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Georgetown Elementary School?
837 students attend Georgetown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Georgetown Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgetown Elementary School?
Georgetown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown Elementary School offer ?
Georgetown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Georgetown Elementary School part of?
Georgetown Elementary School is part of Indian River School District.
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