Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy serves 328 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 39%) for the 2014-15 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 52%) for the 2014-15 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy's student population of 328 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
328 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)15-19%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)20-24%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1

American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
11%
18%

Black
77%
30%

White
9%
42%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy often compared to?
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Warner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% DE state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% DE state average).
How many students attend Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy?
328 students attend Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy?
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy offer ?
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy part of?
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
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Date
Last Day for Students
June 09, 2023 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers
June 14, 2023 (Wednesday)
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