Claymont Elementary School serves 849 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Claymont Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (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 43% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claymont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Claymont Elementary School's student population of 849 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Claymont 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 Claymont Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#55 out of 196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
34%
30%
White
35%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
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 Claymont Elementary School's ranking?
Claymont Elementary School is ranked #55 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Claymont Elementary School?
849 students attend Claymont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Claymont Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Claymont Elementary School?
Claymont Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claymont Elementary School offer ?
Claymont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Claymont Elementary School part of?
Claymont Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Calendar
View the Claymont Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed / Offices Closed
December 22, 2023 (Friday)
Schools Closed / Offices Closed
December 25, 2023 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
December 26, 2023 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
December 27, 2023 (Wednesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
December 28, 2023 (Thursday)
School Reviews
4 2/25/2017
I am a sustitute teacher and Claymont is.one of my top choices.
2 6/9/2015
Teachers are extremely biased. They will automatically blame boys for something. They also ignore the constant swearing and violence in the hallways. They grab kids by shirts and even swear. One employee said "2 divided by 1 in one half." This is what they're teaching us?! Overall, not a great school.
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