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Very Good

#72 of 219 schools in DE

Top 32% in state

Brader (henry M.) Elementary School

Elementary School · Christina School District

350 Four Seasons Parkway, Newark, DE 19702

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#72 of 219

In Newark

#16 of 28

public schools

In district

#15 of 27

Christina School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Brader (henry M.) Elementary School

7.1/10

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About Brader (henry M.) Elementary School

Brader (henry M.) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, DE, part of Christina School District. Brader (henry M.) Elementary School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brader (henry M.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Brader (henry M.) Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • DE avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Brader (henry M.) Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.4% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.2% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-29 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.9 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,954
Chronic Absenteeism30.4%

Brader (henry M.) Elementary School — Students at Brader (henry M.) Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)

Based on 90 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
40.7%
ELA
44.6%
2016
Math
38.7%
ELA
47.8%
2017
Math
38.7%
ELA
47.1%
2018
Math
38.2%
ELA
43.4%
2019
Math
42.9%
ELA
42.1%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
21.9%
ELA
26.2%
2022
Math
31.5%
ELA
39%
2023
Math
26.2%
ELA
33.3%
2024
Math
26.6%
ELA
30.9%
2025
Math
25.5%
ELA
32.5%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Brader (henry M.) Elementary School Compares

See how Brader (henry M.) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
68th percentile in DE
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

350 Four Seasons Parkway, Newark, DE 19702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brader (henry M.) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brookside Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Keene (William B.) Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Glasgow High School Newark 0.7 mi 3.8
Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School Newark 1.8 mi 5.9
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Newark 2.1 mi 8.7
CHRIST THE TEACHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Newark 1.9 mi 6.5
THE NEW SCHOOL Newark 1.8 mi 6.6
Keene (William B.) Elementary School Newark 2.0 mi 8.1
TARBIYAH SCHOOL Newark 2.4 mi 9.1
Newark Charter School Newark 2.6 mi 7.3
NEWARK CENTER FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Newark 3.1 mi 6.5
CARAVEL ACADEMY Bear 2.7 mi 6.4
West Park Place Elementary School Newark 3.3 mi 8.1
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Newark 3.0 mi 7.4
Thomson Estates Elementary Elkton 2.8 mi 4.6
Brookside Elementary School Newark 3.3 mi 8.2
THE COLLEGE SCHOOL Newark 3.6 mi 6.0
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE LAB PRESCHOOL Newark 3.6 mi
Newark High School Newark 3.9 mi 5.7
Oberle (William) Elementary School Bear 3.1 mi 8.0
Downes (John R.) Elementary School Newark 4.2 mi 6.6
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark 4.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,304

Median Home Value

$331,200

Median Rent

$1,549/mo

Population

56,049

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

36.8

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Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Newark, DE 7.3
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS MILTON CAMPUS Milton, DE 6.8
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Richey Elementary School Wilmington, DE 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brader (henry M.) Elementary School

What grades does Brader (henry M.) Elementary School serve?

Brader (henry M.) Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Brader (henry M.) Elementary School?

Brader (henry M.) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brader (henry M.) Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brader (henry M.) Elementary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brader (henry M.) Elementary School rank in DE?

Brader (henry M.) Elementary School ranks #72 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Brader (henry M.) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brader (henry M.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Brader (henry M.) Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brader (henry M.) Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brader (henry M.) Elementary School a charter school?

No, Brader (henry M.) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brader (henry M.) Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Brader (henry M.) Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

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