Serving 607 students in grades 3-5, Phillis Wheatley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phillis Wheatley Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#80 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
18%
31%
White
47%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
33%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phillis Wheatley Elementary School's ranking?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Phillis Wheatley Elementary School?
607 students attend Phillis Wheatley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Phillis Wheatley Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phillis Wheatley Elementary School?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phillis Wheatley Elementary School offer ?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phillis Wheatley Elementary School part of?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School is part of Woodbridge School District.
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