Serving 769 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Providence Creek Academy Charter School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Providence Creek Academy Charter School's student population of 769 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
769 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Providence Creek Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Providence Creek Academy Charter School is 0.64, 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
#65 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
38%
31%
White
46%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Providence Creek Academy Charter School's ranking?
Providence Creek Academy Charter School is ranked #65 out of 199 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Providence Creek Academy Charter School?
769 students attend Providence Creek Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Providence Creek Academy Charter School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Providence Creek Academy Charter School?
Providence Creek Academy Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Providence Creek Academy Charter School offer ?
Providence Creek Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Providence Creek Academy Charter School part of?
Providence Creek Academy Charter School is part of Providence Creek Academy Charter School District.
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