Best Schools in Townsend, Delaware
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Townsend by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Townsend Elementary School
Elementary · Appoquinimink School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Old State Elementary School
Elementary · Appoquinimink School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cantwells Bridge Middle School
Middle · Appoquinimink School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Townsend for 2026 are Townsend Elementary School (8.4/10), Old State Elementary School (7.7/10), and Cantwells Bridge Middle School (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$426,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$426,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Townsend
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Townsend Elementary School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Old State Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Cantwells Bridge Middle School | 7.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $131,745
- Median home value
- $426,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Townsend compares
Delaware rank
#7 of 23
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Delaware avg (6.3)
Median household income
$132k
153% of Delaware median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Townsend, Delaware
Townsend, Delaware is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Townsend 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 Townsend is Townsend Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Townsend is served by 1 school district: Appoquinimink School District. These districts collectively serve 12,945 students.
Townsend's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $131,745. The poverty rate in the area is 3.7%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 434 students · 1st–5th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 788 students · 1st–5th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 201 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | 6.8 |
| 4 | 192 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | 5.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 854 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,190 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Townsend
Townsend, Delaware · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$131,745
Median Home Value
$426,300
Median Rent
$1,342/mo
Population
14,151
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Community Profile
Townsend has a median household income of $131,745. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $426,300, with a median rent of $1,342/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Delaware
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Townsend, Delaware
How many schools are in Townsend, Delaware?
Townsend has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Townsend, Delaware?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Townsend is 6.9 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 Townsend, Delaware?
The top-ranked school in Townsend on MySchoolScout is Townsend Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Townsend, Delaware?
The top-ranked elementary school in Townsend on MySchoolScout is Townsend Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Townsend, Delaware?
The top-ranked middle school in Townsend on MySchoolScout is Cantwells Bridge Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Townsend, Delaware?
Townsend is served by 1 school district: Appoquinimink School District.
What is the education level in Townsend, Delaware?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Townsend have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Townsend, Delaware?
The median household income in Townsend is approximately $131,745 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Townsend, Delaware?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Townsend is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Townsend, 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.