Serving 393 students in grades 1-5, Brick Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brick Mill Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brick Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brick Mill Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#64 out of 196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
37%
30%
White
40%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Brick Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Brick Mill Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Brick Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Brick Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunker Hill Elementary School, Cedar Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Brick Mill Elementary School?
393 students attend Brick Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Brick Mill Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brick Mill Elementary School?
Brick Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brick Mill Elementary School offer ?
Brick Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Brick Mill Elementary School part of?
Brick Mill Elementary School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed / Offices Open
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School: Gr 12
June 05, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School: Gr K-11
June 12, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day for Teachers
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
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