Serving 566 students in grades 1-5, Bunker Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bunker Hill Elementary School serves the northwest part of Middletown, DE, covering an attendance area of approximately 22 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 2.7 miles and the furthest edge located 5.9 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bunker Hill Elementary School's student population of 566 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Engagement, Equity, and Excellence...Imagine the PAWS-ibilities!
School Rankings
Bunker Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bunker Hill Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#83 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #83 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Bunker Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Bunker Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Lane Elementary School, Brick Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Bunker Hill Elementary School?
566 students attend Bunker Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Bunker Hill Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bunker Hill Elementary School?
Bunker Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bunker Hill Elementary School offer ?
Bunker Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bunker Hill Elementary School part of?
Bunker Hill Elementary School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
View the Bunker Hill Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed/Offices Open
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Schools/Offices closed for Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
Schools Closed/Offices Open (in lieu of spring conferences)
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day Grades K-11
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of School; Grades 1-9
August 30, 2027 (Monday)
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