Serving 490 students in grades 1-5, Brick Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brick Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brick Mill Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Brick Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brick Mill Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#92 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
34%
31%
White
36%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brick Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Brick Mill Elementary School is ranked #92 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Brick Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Brick Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Lake Elementary School, Cedar Lane Elementary School, Bunker Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Brick Mill Elementary School?
490 students attend Brick Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Brick Mill Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brick Mill Elementary School?
Brick Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brick Mill Elementary School offer ?
Brick Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brick Mill Elementary School part of?
Brick Mill Elementary School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools closed / offices open
August 29, 2025 (Friday)
First day of school: Grade 1-9; KN-last name A-L
September 02, 2025 (Tuesday)
First day of school: Grade 10-12; KN-last name M-Z
September 03, 2025 (Wednesday)
Schools closed / offices open
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Schools / offices closed - Spring Break
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
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