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#143 of 219 schools in DE
Castle Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · Colonial School District
502 Moores Lane, New Castle, DE 19720
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#143 of 219
In New Castle
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#5 of 14
Colonial School District
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About Castle Hills Elementary School
Castle Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Castle, DE, part of Colonial School District. Castle Hills Elementary School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Castle Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Castle Hills Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Castle Hills 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
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Castle Hills Elementary School — Students at Castle Hills Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 89 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: 6.0/10.
How Castle Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Castle Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
502 Moores Lane, New Castle, DE 19720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Castle Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richey Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,985
Median Home Value
$242,600
Median Rent
$1,282/mo
Population
60,593
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST JOHN THE BELOVED SCHOOL Wilmington, DE | 5.8 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Wilmington, DE | 5.8 |
| Sussex Montessori School Seaford, DE | 5.8 |
| Warner Elementary School Wilmington, DE | 5.8 |
| Academy Of Dover Charter School Dover, DE | 5.9 |
| East Dover Elementary School Dover, DE | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Castle Hills Elementary School
What grades does Castle Hills Elementary School serve?
Castle Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Castle Hills Elementary School?
Castle Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Castle Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Castle Hills Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Castle Hills Elementary School rank in DE?
Castle Hills Elementary School ranks #143 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Castle Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Castle Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Castle Hills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Castle Hills Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Castle Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Castle Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Castle Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Castle Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.9%
- Phone
- (302) 323-2915
Resources & Links
District
Colonial School District- District Enrollment
- 8,778
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,018
- District Rank
- #5 of 14
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