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#32 of 59 private schools in DE
Christ the Teacher Catholic School
Elementary School
2451 FRAZER RD, Newark, DE 19702
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Delaware private schools
#32 of 59
In Newark
#7 of 9
public schools
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Christ the Teacher Catholic School
Elementary School in Newark · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Christ the Teacher Catholic School
Christ the Teacher Catholic School is a private elementary school in Newark, DE. Christ the Teacher Catholic School serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ the Teacher Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 59 private schools in DE.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Christ the Teacher Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Christ the Teacher Catholic School compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Newark, DE
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christ the Teacher Catholic School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Keene (William B.) Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Newark Charter School | 7.3 |
| McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Gauger-Cobbs Middle School | 7.4 |
| West Park Place Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Leasure (May B.) Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Brookside Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Downes (John R.) Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Newark High School | 5.7 |
| Kirk (George V.) Middle School | 6.7 |
| Christina Early Education Center | 6.1 |
| Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Christiana High School | 8.3 |
| Brennen School (The) | 5.2 |
| Delaware School for the Deaf | 4.9 |
| Academia Antonia Alonso | 6.2 |
| Las Americas ASPIRA Academy | 3.8 |
| Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School | 8.2 |
Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Newark
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DE.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DE
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2451 FRAZER RD, Newark, DE 19702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christ the Teacher Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Keene (William B.) Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Park Place Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomson Estates Elementary Elkton | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School Newark | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School Newark | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| THE NEW SCHOOL Newark | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Glasgow High School Newark | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Keene (William B.) Elementary School Newark | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School Bear | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Holly Hall Elementary Elkton | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Newark Charter School Newark | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CARAVEL ACADEMY Bear | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkton | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Newark | 3.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Elkton Middle Elkton | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Gilpin Manor Elementary Elkton | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Elkton High Elkton | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| TARBIYAH SCHOOL Newark | 4.2 mi | 9.1 |
| NEWARK CENTER FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Newark | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| West Park Place Elementary School Newark | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Cecil Manor Elementary Elkton | 4.7 mi | 4.7 |
| SHOREHAVEN SCHOOL Elkton | 4.1 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clayton Elementary School Clayton, DE | 6.5 |
| East Side Charter School Wilmington, DE | 6.5 |
| Downes (John R.) Elementary School Newark, DE | 6.6 |
| Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Newark, DE | 6.4 |
| Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School Wilmington, DE | 6.4 |
| Southern Delaware School of the Arts Selbyville, DE | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christ the Teacher Catholic School
What grades does Christ the Teacher Catholic School serve?
Christ the Teacher Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Christ the Teacher Catholic School?
Christ the Teacher Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ the Teacher Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Christ the Teacher Catholic School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Christ the Teacher Catholic School rank in DE?
Christ the Teacher Catholic School ranks #32 of 59 private schools in DE.
What is Christ the Teacher Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Christ the Teacher Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Christ the Teacher Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Christ the Teacher Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Christ the Teacher Catholic School a religious school?
Christ the Teacher Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 523
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 838-8850
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