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#12 of 219 schools in DE

Top 5% in state

Claymont Elementary School

Elementary School · Brandywine School District

3401 Green Street, Claymont, DE 19703

Enrollment

913

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#12 of 219

In Claymont

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 16

Brandywine School District

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Claymont Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Claymont · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Maple Lane Elementary School

5.1/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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8.0/10

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About Claymont Elementary School

Claymont Elementary School is a public elementary school in Claymont, DE, part of Brandywine School District. Claymont Elementary School serves approximately 913 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Claymont Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Claymont Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.1% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,228
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Claymont Elementary School — Students at Claymont Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.1% (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
79%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
56.1%
ELA
59.9%
2016
Math
57.4%
ELA
59.4%
2017
Math
61.1%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
60.2%
2019
Math
61.7%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
36.7%
ELA
40.8%
2022
Math
47.8%
ELA
50.9%
2023
Math
54.2%
ELA
52.5%
2024
Math
54.5%
ELA
53.3%
2025
Math
56.5%
ELA
58.8%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Claymont Elementary School Compares

See how Claymont Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in DE
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

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

3401 Green Street, Claymont, DE 19703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Claymont Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hanby Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bethel Springs El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Garnet Valley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hilltop El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Aston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Claymont, see our Claymont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Maple Lane Elementary School Claymont 0.9 mi 5.1
Talley Middle School Wilmington 1.4 mi 8.0
ST EDMOND'S ACADEMY Wilmington 1.3 mi 7.1
Boothwyn El Sch Boothwyn 1.9 mi 6.0
CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington 1.9 mi 8.6
Lancashire Elementary School Wilmington 2.1 mi 6.9
Chichester MS Boothwyn 2.5 mi 4.9
Forwood Elementary School Wilmington 2.2 mi 8.2
Carrcroft Elementary School Wilmington 2.3 mi 8.0
Chichester SHS Boothwyn 2.8 mi 5.8
Linwood El Sch Linwood 2.6 mi 4.5
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Wilmington 2.9 mi 7.7
Bethel Springs El Sch Garnet Valley 3.1 mi 8.4
Marcus Hook El Sch Marcus Hook 2.8 mi 4.9
Mount Pleasant High School Wilmington 3.1 mi 7.1
Hilltop El Sch Aston 3.5 mi 8.3
Brandywine High School Wilmington 3.1 mi 7.1
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Wilmington 3.3 mi 6.1
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Wilmington 3.5 mi 3.8
Hanby Elementary School Wilmington 3.5 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,328

Median Home Value

$266,500

Median Rent

$1,305/mo

Population

15,936

College Educated

35.2%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

38

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Cedar Lane Elementary School Middletown, DE 8.8
North Star Elementary School Hockessin, DE 8.8
David E. Robinson Elementary School Wyoming, DE 8.5
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary Hockessin, DE 8.9
Allen Frear Elementary School Camden, DE 8.4
Love Creek Elementary School Lewes, DE 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Claymont Elementary School

What grades does Claymont Elementary School serve?

Claymont Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Claymont Elementary School?

Claymont Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 913 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Claymont Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Claymont Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Claymont Elementary School rank in DE?

Claymont Elementary School ranks #12 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Claymont Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Claymont Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Claymont Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Claymont Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Claymont Elementary School a charter school?

No, Claymont Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Claymont Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Claymont Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
913
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

District

Brandywine School District
District Enrollment
10,350
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,228
District Rank
#2 of 16

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