Best Schools in Frankford, Delaware
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Clayton (john M.) Elementary School
Elementary · Indian River School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$410,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$410,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Frankford
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clayton (john M.) Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $86,021
- Median home value
- $410,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Frankford compares
Median household income
$86k
100% of Delaware median
About Schools in Frankford, Delaware
Frankford, Delaware is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Frankford show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Frankford is Clayton (john M.) Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Frankford is served by 1 school district: Indian River School District. These districts collectively serve 10,786 students.
Frankford's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $86,021. The poverty rate in the area is 9.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 482 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 |
Schools in Frankford
Frankford, Delaware · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$86,021
Median Home Value
$410,000
Median Rent
$1,229/mo
Population
8,917
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Community Profile
Frankford has a median household income of $86,021. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $410,000, with a median rent of $1,229/month. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Delaware
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Frankford, Delaware
How many schools are in Frankford, Delaware?
Frankford has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Frankford, Delaware?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Frankford is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Frankford, Delaware?
The top-ranked school in Frankford on MySchoolScout is Clayton (john M.) Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Frankford, Delaware?
The top-ranked elementary school in Frankford on MySchoolScout is Clayton (john M.) Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Frankford, Delaware?
Frankford is served by 1 school district: Indian River School District.
What is the education level in Frankford, Delaware?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Frankford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Frankford, Delaware?
The median household income in Frankford is approximately $86,021 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Frankford, Delaware?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Frankford is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Frankford, Delaware?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Delaware Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.