For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,736 students in 19803, DE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19803, DE are Lombardy Elementary School, Carrcroft Elementary School and Springer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19803 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19803, DE have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary school average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 19803, DE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lombardy Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
412 Foulk Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7190
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7190
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Carrcroft Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
503 Crest Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7165
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7165
Gr: K-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Springer Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2220 Shipley Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 479-1621
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 479-1621
Gr: 6-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19803, DE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19803, DE include Lombardy Elementary School, Carrcroft Elementary School and Springer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19803?
3 public elementary schools are located in 19803.
What is the racial composition of students in 19803?
19803 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Black).
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