Below Average
#185 of 219 schools in DE
Delaware Early Childhood Center
School · Lake Forest School District
100 West Mispillion Street, Harrington, DE 19952
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on DE statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#185 of 219
In Harrington
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Lake Forest School District
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Delaware Early Childhood Center
School in Harrington · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Delaware Early Childhood Center
Delaware Early Childhood Center is a public school in Harrington, DE, part of Lake Forest School District. Delaware Early Childhood Center serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Delaware Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 219 schools in DE.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- DE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 70 students, Delaware Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Delaware Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Delaware Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
100 West Mispillion Street, Harrington, DE 19952
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Delaware Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. David E. Robinson Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Wyoming), which scores notably higher. Another option is Phillis Wheatley Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Bridgeville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harrington, see our Harrington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19952 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,333
Median Home Value
$274,000
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
10,730
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
37.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delaware Early Childhood Center
What grades does Delaware Early Childhood Center serve?
Delaware Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Delaware Early Childhood Center?
Delaware Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Delaware Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Delaware Early Childhood Center is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Delaware Early Childhood Center rank in DE?
Delaware Early Childhood Center ranks #185 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Delaware Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Delaware Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Delaware Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Delaware Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Delaware Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Delaware Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 70
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Kent County
- Phone
- (302) 398-8945
Resources & Links
District
Lake Forest School District- District Enrollment
- 3,679
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,347
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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