Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Park Place Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Park Place Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Park Place Elementary School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Park Place Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Park Place Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#19 out of 201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
26%
30%
White
42%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Park Place Elementary School's ranking?
West Park Place Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are West Park Place Elementary School often compared to?
West Park Place Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newark Charter School, Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend West Park Place Elementary School?
353 students attend West Park Place Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of West Park Place Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Park Place Elementary School?
West Park Place Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Park Place Elementary School offer ?
West Park Place Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Park Place Elementary School part of?
West Park Place Elementary School is part of Christina School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
PK-12 Schools Closed - Professional Development / Classroom Set Up (Offices Open)
August 26, 2024 (Monday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Districtwide Professional Development (Offices Open)
August 27, 2024 (Tuesday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Professional Development (Offices Open)
August 28, 2024 (Wednesday)
PK-12 Schools Closed - Professional Development (Offices Open)
August 29, 2024 (Thursday)
PK-12 Schools Closed (Offices Open)
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
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