For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,300 students in Claymont, DE (there are 1 private school, serving 501 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in Claymont, DE are educated in public schools (compared to the DE state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in Claymont, DE are Claymont Elementary School and Maple Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Claymont, DE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Delaware public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Claymont have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Delaware public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public school average of 62% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Claymont, DE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Claymont Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3401 Green Street
Claymont, DE 19703
(302) 792-3880
Claymont, DE 19703
(302) 792-3880
Gr: K-5 | 937 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Maple Lane Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 Maple Lane
Claymont, DE 19703
(302) 792-3906
Claymont, DE 19703
(302) 792-3906
Gr: K-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Claymont, DE?
The top-ranked public schools in Claymont, DE include Claymont Elementary School and Maple Lane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Claymont?
3 public schools are located in Claymont.
What percentage of students in Claymont go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in Claymont are educated in public schools (compared to the DE state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in Claymont?
Claymont public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public schools average of 62% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Claymont are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Claymont include: Maple Lane Elementary School vs. Claymont Elementary School
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