For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,748 students in 19938, DE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19938, DE are Clayton Elementary School, Providence Creek Academy Charter School and Clayton Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19938 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19938, DE have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Delaware public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary school average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 19938, DE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clayton Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
510 West Main Street
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-8587
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-8587
Gr: K-4 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Providence Creek Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
273 West Duck Creek Road
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-6276
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-6276
Gr: K-8 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Clayton Intermediate School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
86 Sorrento Drive
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-4512
Clayton, DE 19938
(302) 653-4512
Gr: 5-6 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19938, DE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19938, DE include Clayton Elementary School, Providence Creek Academy Charter School and Clayton Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19938?
3 public elementary schools are located in 19938.
What is the racial composition of students in 19938?
19938 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Black).
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