Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Linden Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linden Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Linden Hill Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Rankings
Linden Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linden Hill Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 199 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
15%
31%
White
49%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Linden Hill Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Linden Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Linden Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Linden Hill Elementary School?
547 students attend Linden Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Linden Hill Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linden Hill Elementary School?
Linden Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linden Hill Elementary School offer ?
Linden Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linden Hill Elementary School part of?
Linden Hill Elementary School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
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