For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,122 students in 19977, DE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19977, DE are Sunnyside Elementary School, North Smyrna Elementary School and Smyrna Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19977 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19977, DE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary school average of 62% (majority Black).
Best 19977, DE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunnyside Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
123 Rabbit Chase Road
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8580
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8580
Gr: K-4 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
North Smyrna Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
365 North Main Street
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8589
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8589
Gr: PK-3 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Smyrna Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
121 South School Lane
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8588
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8588
Gr: K-3 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Moore (John Bassett) School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 West Frazier Street
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 659-6297
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 659-6297
Gr: 4-6 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
19977, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Delaware Correctional Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1181 Paddock Rd
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-9261
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-9261
Gr: Inquire with school
101 South Locust Street
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8580
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8580
Gr: PK-K | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19977, DE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19977, DE include Sunnyside Elementary School, North Smyrna Elementary School and Smyrna Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19977?
4 public elementary schools are located in 19977.
What is the racial composition of students in 19977?
19977 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Black).
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