Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Delaware Academy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Delaware Academy Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Delhi, NY, covering approximately 192.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 12.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Delaware Academy Elementary School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Delaware Academy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delaware Academy Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1782 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delaware Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Delaware Academy Elementary School is ranked #1782 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Delaware Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Delaware Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sidney Elementary School, Andes Central School, Margaretville Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Delaware Academy Elementary School?
325 students attend Delaware Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Delaware Academy Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delaware Academy Elementary School?
Delaware Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Delaware Academy Elementary School offer ?
Delaware Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Delaware Academy Elementary School part of?
Delaware Academy Elementary School is part of Delaware Academy Central School District At Delhi.
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