Serving 638 students in grades 4-6, Moore (John Bassett) School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moore (John Bassett) School serves the northeast part of the Smyrna, DE school district, covering an area of approximately 98.5 square miles. Families in the zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moore (John Bassett) School's student population of 638 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moore (John Bassett) 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 Moore (John Bassett) School is 0.67, 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
#123 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
36%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
44%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moore (John Bassett) School's ranking?
Moore (John Bassett) School is ranked #123 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Moore (John Bassett) School often compared to?
Moore (John Bassett) Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton Intermediate School, William Henry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Moore (John Bassett) School?
638 students attend Moore (John Bassett) School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Moore (John Bassett) School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore (John Bassett) School?
Moore (John Bassett) School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moore (John Bassett) School offer ?
Moore (John Bassett) School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moore (John Bassett) School part of?
Moore (John Bassett) School is part of Smyrna School District.
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