Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harlan (David W.) Elementary School serves the southern part of Wilmington, DE, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest point being 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#161 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
77%
31%
White
8%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School's ranking?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School often compared to?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charter School Of New Castle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School?
322 students attend Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School offer ?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School part of?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
In what neighborhood is Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School located?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is located in the Northwest Wilmington neighborhood of Wilmington, DE. There are 1 other public schools located in Northwest Wilmington.
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