Serving 429 students in grades 1-5, Star Hill 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Star Hill Elementary School serves the southeast part of Dover, DE, covering an area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Star Hill Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Star Hill Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)11-19%
29%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)3.5%
27.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Star Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Star Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Star Hill Elementary School?
429 students attend Star Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Star Hill Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star Hill Elementary School?
Star Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Star Hill Elementary School offer ?
Star Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Star Hill Elementary School part of?
Star Hill Elementary School is part of Caesar Rodney School District.
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