Serving 932 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brandywine Springs School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine Springs School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brandywine Springs School's student population of 932 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brandywine Springs School ranks within the top 30% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine Springs School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#46 out of 201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
8%
31%
White
67%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandywine Springs School's ranking?
Brandywine Springs School is ranked #46 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Brandywine Springs School?
932 students attend Brandywine Springs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Brandywine Springs School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandywine Springs School?
Brandywine Springs School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brandywine Springs School offer ?
Brandywine Springs School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandywine Springs School part of?
Brandywine Springs School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
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