Very Good
#70 of 219 schools in DE
Top 32% in state
Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School
Elementary School · Red Clay Consolidated School District
1500 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#70 of 219
In Wilmington
#16 of 50
public schools
In district
#11 of 26
Red Clay Consolidated School District
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School
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About Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School
Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wilmington, DE, part of Red Clay Consolidated School District. Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School — Students at Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 90 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: 8.5/10.
How Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School Compares
See how Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1500 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marbrook Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richey Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, The Bayard School (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,708
Median Home Value
$220,200
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
40,315
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School Milford, DE | 7.2 |
| W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden, DE | 7.2 |
| Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School New Castle, DE | 7.3 |
| Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Newark, DE | 7.3 |
| Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School Newark, DE | 7.1 |
| Lombardy Elementary School Wilmington, DE | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School
What grades does Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School serve?
Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School?
Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School rank in DE?
Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School ranks #70 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School a charter school?
No, Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Baltz (austin D.) Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (302) 992-5560
Resources & Links
District
Red Clay Consolidated School District- District Enrollment
- 14,546
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,094
- District Rank
- #11 of 26
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