Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forwood Elementary School serves the northeast part of Wilmington, DE, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forwood Elementary School's student population of 384 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Forwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forwood Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#79 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
22%
31%
White
53%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forwood Elementary School's ranking?
Forwood Elementary School is ranked #79 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Forwood Elementary School often compared to?
Forwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lancashire Elementary School, Hanby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Forwood Elementary School?
384 students attend Forwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Forwood Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forwood Elementary School?
Forwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forwood Elementary School offer ?
Forwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forwood Elementary School part of?
Forwood Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
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