Serving 568 students in grades 1-5, Mispillion 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 23% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mispillion Elementary serves the southwest part of Milford, DE, covering an area of approximately 46.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance from the school reaching up to 10.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mispillion Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Mispillion 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 Mispillion Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#129 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Terrapins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mispillion Elementary School's ranking?
Mispillion Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Mispillion Elementary School often compared to?
Mispillion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School, Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Mispillion Elementary School?
568 students attend Mispillion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mispillion Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mispillion Elementary School?
Mispillion Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mispillion Elementary School offer ?
Mispillion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mispillion Elementary School part of?
Mispillion Elementary School is part of Milford School District.
School Calendar
View the Mispillion Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed - District Open
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
District Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
District Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
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