Townsend Early Childhood Center serves 176 students in grades Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Attendance Zone: Townsend Early Childhood Center serves the southern part of its school district in Townsend, DE, covering an area of approximately 36.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Townsend Early Childhood Center's student population of 176 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Motto
Where Young Minds Flourish with Respect, Kindness, and Inclusivity!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Townsend Early Childhood Center is 0.71, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
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 schools are Townsend Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Townsend Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center, Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Townsend Early Childhood Center?
176 students attend Townsend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Townsend Early Childhood Center students are White, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Townsend Early Childhood Center?
Townsend Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Townsend Early Childhood Center offer ?
Townsend Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Townsend Early Childhood Center part of?
Townsend Early Childhood Center is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
View the Townsend Early Childhood Center yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed/Offices Open
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Schools/Offices closed for Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
Schools Closed/Offices Open (in lieu of spring conferences)
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day Grades K-11
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of School; Kindergarten Last Names A-L
August 30, 2027 (Monday)
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