Serving 594 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kuumba Academy Charter 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 14% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kuumba Academy Charter School's student population of 594 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
Kuumba means 'Creativity' and this resonates throughout our school.
School Rankings
Kuumba Academy Charter 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 Kuumba Academy Charter School is 0.17, 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
#168 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
91%
31%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kuumba Academy Charter School's ranking?
Kuumba Academy Charter School is ranked #168 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Kuumba Academy Charter School often compared to?
Kuumba Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aspira Delaware by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Kuumba Academy Charter School?
594 students attend Kuumba Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kuumba Academy Charter School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kuumba Academy Charter School?
Kuumba Academy Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kuumba Academy Charter School offer ?
Kuumba Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kuumba Academy Charter School part of?
Kuumba Academy Charter School is part of Kuumba Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Kuumba Academy Charter School located?
Kuumba Academy Charter School is located in the Mid town Brandywine neighborhood of Wilmington, DE. There are 1 other public schools located in Mid town Brandywine.
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