Very Good
#26 of 199 schools in DE
Top 13% in state
Linden Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · Red Clay Consolidated School District
3415 Skyline Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808
About Linden Hill Elementary School
Linden Hill Elementary School serves 547 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Wilmington's established suburban community. With 36 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a comfortable 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio that supports personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.8 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking as the 19th best elementary school out of 220 in Delaware, placing it in the 92nd percentile statewide.
Students show solid achievement across core subjects, with 68% performing at or above proficient levels in English Language Arts and reading, and 65% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics. Linden Hill Elementary sits in the heart of a thriving suburban neighborhood where families value education highly. The surrounding 19808 zip code area reflects this commitment, with 40% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a median household income of $91,847.
The community enjoys relative economic stability, with a low poverty rate of 6.8% and median home values around $296,900. Located on Skyline Drive, Linden Hill Elementary serves as an academic cornerstone in this well-established Delaware community, where nearly 38,000 residents benefit from the advantages of suburban living while maintaining proximity to Wilmington's urban amenities.
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Linden Hill Elementary School — Students at Linden Hill Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
📉 DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Linden Hill Elementary School Compares
See how Linden Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 70% (2019) to 65% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 74% (2019) to 68% (2022).
Location
3415 Skyline Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Skyline Middle School Wilmington | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Heritage Elementary School Wilmington | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Dickinson (John) School Wilmington | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Newark | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Forest Oak Elementary School Newark | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Meadowood Program Newark | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| McKean (Thomas) High School Wilmington | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Shue-Medill Middle School Newark | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| North Star Elementary School Hockessin | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Brandywine Springs School Wilmington | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary Hockessin | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Red Clay Early Years Program Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Stanton Middle School Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Newark | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School Newark | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School Wilmington | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Newark | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Delaware School for the Deaf Newark | 4.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Brennen School (The) Newark | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Newark | 4.3 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 |
|---|---|
| Downes (John R.) Elementary School Newark, DE | 7.1 |
| Lake Forest South Elementary School Harrington, DE | 7.1 |
| Major George S. Welch Elementary School Dover, DE | 7.1 |
| William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary Hockessin, DE | 7.1 |
| Lord Baltimore Elementary School Ocean View, DE | 7.0 |
| Carrcroft Elementary School Wilmington, DE | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Linden Hill Elementary School
What grades does Linden Hill Elementary School serve?
Linden Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Linden Hill Elementary School?
Linden Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Linden Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Linden Hill Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Linden Hill Elementary School rank in DE?
Linden Hill Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 199 schools in DE.
What is Linden Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Linden Hill Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.1 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 Linden Hill Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Linden Hill Elementary School has 62.3% math proficiency and 68.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Linden Hill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Linden Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Linden Hill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Linden Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 454-3406
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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