Serving 395 students in grades 3-5, Warner 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 7% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Warner Elementary School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Warner Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Warner Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
78%
31%
White
9%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warner Elementary School's ranking?
Warner Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Warner Elementary School often compared to?
Warner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Warner Elementary School?
395 students attend Warner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Warner Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Warner Elementary School?
Warner Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Warner Elementary School offer ?
Warner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Warner Elementary School part of?
Warner Elementary School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
In what neighborhood is Warner Elementary School located?
Warner Elementary School is located in the Baynard Village neighborhood of Wilmington, DE.
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