For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,144 students in 19804, DE (there are 1 private school, serving 200 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 19804, DE are educated in public schools (compared to the DE state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 19804, DE are Conrad Schools Of Science, Delaware Military Academy and Richardson Park Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19804 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Delaware public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 19804, DE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Delaware public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 19804, DE Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Conrad Schools Of Science
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Jackson Avenue
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5545
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5545
Grades: 6-12
| 1,174 students
Rank: #22.
Delaware Military Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
112 Middleboro Road
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 998-0745
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 998-0745
Grades: 9-12
| 595 students
Rank: #33.
Richardson Park Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
99 Middleboro Road
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5574
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5574
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: #44.
Richey Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
105 East Highland Avenue
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5535
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5535
Grades: K-5
| 371 students
Rank: #55.
Delcastle Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1417 Newport Road
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 995-8100
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 995-8100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,589 students
Rank: #66.
Richardson Park Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16 Idella Avenue
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5570
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5570
Grades: K-5
| 528 students
Rank: #77.
Stanton Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Limestone Road
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5540
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5540
Grades: 6-8
| 646 students
Rank: n/an/a
Red Clay Early Years Program
Alternative School
1621 Telegraph Road
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 651-2709
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 651-2709
Grades: PK
| 241 students
19804, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Central School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1621 Telegraph Road
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5550
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5550
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Community School (The) (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1621 Telegraph Road
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5589
Wilmington, DE 19804
(302) 992-5589
Grades: 3-12
| 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19804, DE?
The top ranked public schools in 19804, DE include Conrad Schools Of Science, Delaware Military Academy and Richardson Park Learning Center.
How many public schools are located in 19804, DE?
8 public schools are located in 19804, DE.
What percentage of students in 19804, DE go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 19804, DE are educated in public schools (compared to the DE state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19804, DE?
19804, DE public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Delaware public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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