For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 18 students in 19899, DE.
The top ranked public school in 19899, DE is First State School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 19899 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Delaware public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 19899, DE have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Delaware public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public school average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 19899, DE Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
First State School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 West 14th Street
Wilmington, DE 19899
(302) 320-5848
Wilmington, DE 19899
(302) 320-5848
Gr: K-10 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
19899, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alfred I. Dupont Hospital School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
Po Box 269
Wilmington, DE 19899
(302) 651-4960
Wilmington, DE 19899
(302) 651-4960
Gr: PK-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19899, DE?
The top ranked public schools in 19899, DE include First State School.
How many public schools are located in 19899?
1 public schools are located in 19899.
What is the racial composition of students in 19899?
19899 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public schools average of 61% (majority Black).
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