For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 737 students in 19940, DE.
The top ranked public elementary school in 19940, DE is Delmar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 19940 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19940, DE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary school average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 19940, DE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Delmar Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 North Eighth Street
Delmar, DE 19940
(302) 846-9544
Delmar, DE 19940
(302) 846-9544
Grades: 5-8
| 737 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 19940, DE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 19940, DE include Delmar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19940?
1 public elementary schools are located in 19940.
What is the racial composition of students in 19940?
19940 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Black).
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