For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 732 students in 19940, DE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 19940, DE is Delmar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 19940 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19940, DE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 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 62% (majority Black).
Best 19940, DE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delmar Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 North Eighth Street
Delmar, DE 19940
(302) 846-9544
Delmar, DE 19940
(302) 846-9544
Gr: 5-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19940, DE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19940, DE include Delmar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19940?
1 public elementary schools are located in 19940.
What is the racial composition of students in 19940?
19940 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Black).
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