Bunker Hill Elementary School serves 620 students in grades 1-5.
Bunker Hill Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bunker Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bunker Hill Elementary School's student population of 620 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bunker Hill Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Bunker Hill Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#57 out of 196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
34%
30%
White
41%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunker Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Bunker Hill Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 196 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Bunker Hill Elementary School?
620 students attend Bunker Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bunker Hill Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bunker Hill Elementary School?
Bunker Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bunker Hill Elementary School offer ?
Bunker Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Bunker Hill Elementary School part of?
Bunker Hill Elementary School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools / Offices Closed - Spring Break
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
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)
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