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#2 of 199 schools in DE

Top 1% in state

Marbrook Elementary School

Elementary School · Red Clay Consolidated School District

2101 Centerville Road, Wilmington, DE 19808

431
Students
12:1
Student-Teacher
Kindergarten – 5th
Grades Served
Top 1%
in DE

About Marbrook Elementary School

Marbrook Elementary School serves 431 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Wilmington's Centerville area. With 36 full-time teachers, the school maintains a favorable 12:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. Academically, Marbrook stands out as one of Delaware's top elementary schools, ranking 12th out of 220 statewide and earning a strong 7.9 out of 10 rating.

The school demonstrates solid performance in core subjects, with 53% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 43% reach proficiency in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence and place it in the 95th percentile among Delaware elementary schools. The school draws families from a well-established suburban community where the median household income reaches $91,847 and 40% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 6.8% contributes to a stable learning environment. Home values in the area average $296,900, reflecting the desirability of this Centerville location. Marbrook Elementary School sits in the heart of New Castle County's large suburban landscape, serving families who value educational quality in a community-oriented setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.2 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43%
Reading/ELA Proficiency53%
Overall Proficiency48%
Expected (poverty-adj.)38%
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.1Exceptional29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Marbrook Elementary School — Students at Marbrook Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

📉 Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
53%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Marbrook Elementary School Compares

See how Marbrook Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
100th percentile in DE
Academic
8.1/10
8.1/10
Growth
7.3/10
Above average
Environment
9.1/10
Above average

Location

2101 Centerville Road, Wilmington, DE 19808

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Gateway Charter School Wilmington 0.5 mi 6.1
Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School Wilmington 0.8 mi 4.9
Delcastle Technical High School Wilmington 1.1 mi 6.6
Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School Wilmington 1.4 mi 5.5
Brandywine Springs School Wilmington 1.5 mi 4.5
Richey Elementary School Wilmington 1.9 mi 6.6
Conrad Schools of Science Wilmington 1.8 mi 5.0
Odyssey Charter School Wilmington 1.8 mi 7.2
Stanton Middle School Wilmington 2.4 mi 4.6
Richardson Park Elementary School Wilmington 2.2 mi 5.4
Charter School of Wilmington Wilmington 2.1 mi 6.3
Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts Wilmington 2.1 mi 5.6
Red Clay Early Years Program Wilmington 2.5 mi 6.0
duPont (Alexis I.) High School Wilmington 2.8 mi 5.1
McKean (Thomas) High School Wilmington 2.5 mi 5.6
Douglass School Wilmington 2.4 mi 6.9
Delaware Military Academy Wilmington 2.5 mi 6.1
duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School Greenville 2.8 mi 5.3
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary Hockessin 2.9 mi 7.1
Dickinson (John) School Wilmington 2.8 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)

Census data for ZIP 19808 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,847

Median Home Value

$296,900

Median Rent

$1,299/mo

Population

38,107

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

42.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Brookside Elementary School Newark, DE 7.8
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Newark, DE 7.7
Brick Mill Early Childhood Center Middletown, DE 7.6
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School Milton, DE 7.6
Lewes Elementary School Lewes, DE 7.6
Lorewood Grove Elementary School Middletown, DE 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marbrook Elementary School

What grades does Marbrook Elementary School serve?

Marbrook Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Marbrook Elementary School?

Marbrook Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marbrook Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marbrook Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marbrook Elementary School rank in DE?

Marbrook Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 199 schools in DE.

What is Marbrook Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marbrook Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

What are the test scores at Marbrook Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Marbrook Elementary School has 37.3% math proficiency and 49.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Marbrook Elementary School a charter school?

No, Marbrook Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marbrook Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Marbrook Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Our ratings combine academic performance, growth, equity, and school environment into a single 1-10 score using publicly available data.

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Test Scores: DE EDFACTS (2021-22) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2018-2022) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details