Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Star 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 69% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher 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 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Star Elementary School serves the west part of Hockessin, DE, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star 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
North Star Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
North Star 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 North Star Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2 out of 199 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
5%
31%
White
57%
38%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Elementary School's ranking?
North Star Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are North Star Elementary School often compared to?
North Star Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary School, Newark Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend North Star Elementary School?
589 students attend North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of North Star Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Elementary School?
North Star Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Star Elementary School offer ?
North Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Elementary School part of?
North Star Elementary School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
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