Serving 788 students in grades 1-5, Old State Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old State Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Old State Elementary School's student population of 788 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Old State Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old State Elementary School is 0.64, which is less 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
#44 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
26%
31%
White
53%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
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 Old State Elementary School's ranking?
Old State Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Old State Elementary School often compared to?
Old State Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brick Mill Elementary School, Lorewood Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Old State Elementary School?
788 students attend Old State Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Old State Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old State Elementary School?
Old State Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Old State Elementary School offer ?
Old State Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Old State Elementary School part of?
Old State 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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