Serving 743 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southern Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Southern Elementary School's student population of 743 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#134 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
50%
31%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Elementary School is ranked #134 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Southern Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasantville Elementary School, Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Southern Elementary School?
743 students attend Southern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Southern Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Elementary School?
Southern Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southern Elementary School offer ?
Southern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Elementary School part of?
Southern Elementary School is part of Colonial School District.
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