Downes (John R.) Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downes (John R.) Elementary School's ranking?
Downes (John R.) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for: Highest math proficiency (Top 10%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% DE state average).
How many students attend Downes (John R.) Elementary School?
413 students attend Downes (John R.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Downes (John R.) Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downes (John R.) Elementary School?
Downes (John R.) Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Downes (John R.) Elementary School offer ?
Downes (John R.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Downes (John R.) Elementary School part of?
Downes (John R.) Elementary School is part of Christina School District.
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