Serving 820 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Millsboro Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Millsboro Elementary School serves the southwest part of Millsboro, DE, encompassing an area of approximately 67.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Millsboro Elementary School's student population of 820 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
820 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Millsboro Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Millsboro Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Millsboro Elementary School's ranking?
East Millsboro Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are East Millsboro Elementary School often compared to?
East Millsboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown Elementary School, Clayton (John M.) Elementary School, Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend East Millsboro Elementary School?
820 students attend East Millsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of East Millsboro Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Millsboro Elementary School?
East Millsboro Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Millsboro Elementary School offer ?
East Millsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Millsboro Elementary School part of?
East Millsboro Elementary School is part of Indian River School District.
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