For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,736 students in 19803, DE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19803, DE are Lombardy Elementary School, Carrcroft Elementary School and Springer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19803 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19803, DE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary school average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 19803, DE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lombardy Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
412 Foulk Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7190
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7190
Grades: K-5
| 460 students
Rank: #22.
Carrcroft Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
503 Crest Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7165
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7165
Grades: K-5
| 476 students
Rank: #33.
Springer Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2220 Shipley Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 479-1621
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 479-1621
Grades: 6-8
| 800 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 19803, DE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19803, DE include Lombardy Elementary School, Carrcroft Elementary School and Springer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19803?
3 public elementary schools are located in 19803.
What is the racial composition of students in 19803?
19803 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Black).
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