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#132 of 219 schools in DE
Appoquinimink Preschool Center
School · Appoquinimink School District
502 South Broad Street, Middletown, DE 19709
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Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#132 of 219
In Middletown
#11 of 15
public schools
In district
#13 of 20
Appoquinimink School District
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Appoquinimink Preschool Center
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About Appoquinimink Preschool Center
Appoquinimink Preschool Center is a public school in Middletown, DE, part of Appoquinimink School District. Appoquinimink Preschool Center serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Appoquinimink Preschool Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 219 schools in DE.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- DE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, Appoquinimink Preschool Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Appoquinimink Preschool Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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How Appoquinimink Preschool Center Compares
See how Appoquinimink Preschool Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
502 South Broad Street, Middletown, DE 19709
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Appoquinimink Preschool Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Cedar Lane Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Townsend Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Townsend), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,971
Median Home Value
$444,900
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
50,542
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
86.3%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
40.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Appoquinimink Preschool Center
What grades does Appoquinimink Preschool Center serve?
Appoquinimink Preschool Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Appoquinimink Preschool Center?
Appoquinimink Preschool Center has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Appoquinimink Preschool Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Appoquinimink Preschool Center is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Appoquinimink Preschool Center rank in DE?
Appoquinimink Preschool Center ranks #132 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Appoquinimink Preschool Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Appoquinimink Preschool Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Appoquinimink Preschool Center a charter school?
No, Appoquinimink Preschool Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Appoquinimink Preschool Center a Title I school?
No, Appoquinimink Preschool Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 144
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 376-4400
Resources & Links
District
Appoquinimink School District- District Enrollment
- 12,945
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,023
- District Rank
- #13 of 20
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