Townsend Elementary School serves 455 students in grades 1-5.
Townsend Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Townsend Elementary School's student population of 455 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Townsend Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Townsend Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
21%
30%
White
59%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
6%
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 is Townsend Elementary School's ranking?
Townsend Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Townsend Elementary School?
455 students attend Townsend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Townsend Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Townsend Elementary School?
Townsend Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Townsend Elementary School offer ?
Townsend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Townsend Elementary School part of?
Townsend Elementary School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
View the Townsend Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School: Grades KG-8 (Full Day)
June 15, 2023 (Thursday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
September 01, 2023 (Friday)
First Day of School - Gr 1-9
September 05, 2023 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
November 22, 2023 (Wednesday)
Schools / Offices Closed - Spring Break
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
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