The Colwyck Center serves 222 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 70%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 73%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Attendance Zone: The Colwyck Center serves the entire district in New Castle, DE, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 121.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest parts of the zone located about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Colwyck Center's student population of 222 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Colwyck Center is 0.67, 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)
(12-13)60-64%
70%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)60-64%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
50%
31%
White
18%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Colwyck Center often compared to?
The Colwyck Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Red Clay Early Years Program by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 70% DE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% DE state average).
How many students attend The Colwyck Center?
222 students attend The Colwyck Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of The Colwyck Center students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Colwyck Center?
The Colwyck Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Colwyck Center offer ?
The Colwyck Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Colwyck Center part of?
The Colwyck Center is part of Colonial School District.
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