Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carrcroft 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 36% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carrcroft Elementary School serves the southern part of Wilmington, DE, encompassing an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is around 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carrcroft Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Carrcroft 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 Carrcroft Elementary School is 0.65, which is less 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
#77 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrcroft Elementary School's ranking?
Carrcroft Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Carrcroft Elementary School often compared to?
Carrcroft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Pleasant Elementary School, Hanby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Carrcroft Elementary School?
475 students attend Carrcroft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Carrcroft Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrcroft Elementary School?
Carrcroft Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carrcroft Elementary School offer ?
Carrcroft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrcroft Elementary School part of?
Carrcroft Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
PK-8 SCHOOLS CLOSED (Offices Open) - Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 22, 2026 (Thursday)
PK-12 SCHOOLS CLOSED (Offices Open) - Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 23, 2026 (Friday)
PK-12 SCHOOLS CLOSED (Offices Open) - Professional Responsibilities Day
November 02, 2026 (Monday)
PK-12 SCHOOLS CLOSED (Offices Open) - (24-PIP Day, 25-Trade-In Day)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
PK-12 SCHOOLS CLOSED (Offices Open) - (24-PIP Day, 25-Trade-In Day)
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
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