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#26 of 59 private schools in DE

Top 42% of private schools

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus

Elementary School

26631 ZION CHURCH RD, Milton, DE 19968

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

246

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

246

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

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About Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus is a private elementary school in Milton, DE. Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 59 private schools in DE.

How it comparesOn par with DE schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
DE avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus 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.

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus compares to the 3 public schools in Milton, DE

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.5:1

This School

13.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

246

This School

581

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

8.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.1% vs 0%

Black 0.4% vs 0%

Asian 0.4% vs 0%

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus Milton Public Avg

All Schools in Milton

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus (this school)	—	246	9.5:1	6.8
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School	2.7 mi	497	12.7:1	9.0
Milton Elementary School	3.0 mi	565	13.5:1	8.2
Mariner Middle School	3.3 mi	682	13.9:1	7.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 15%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 246

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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)

White 91.9%

Hispanic 4.1%

Two or More 3.3%

Black 0.4%

Asian 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

26631 ZION CHURCH RD, Milton, DE 19968

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. H. O. Brittingham Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Love Creek Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Lewes), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Milton Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milton, see our Milton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School Milton	2.7 mi	497	9.0
Milton Elementary School Milton	3.0 mi	565	8.2
Mariner Middle School Milton	3.3 mi	682	7.0
Sussex Consortium Lewes	4.7 mi	441	6.2
Sussex Academy Georgetown	8.9 mi	1,158	6.5
Lewes Elementary School Lewes	7.7 mi	570	7.5
Cape Henlopen High School Lewes	7.8 mi	1,918	7.4
Morris (Evelyn I.) Early Childhood Lincoln	8.6 mi	458	6.2
North Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown	9.4 mi	723	6.3
Love Creek Elementary School Lewes	9.3 mi	681	8.4
Beacon Middle School Lewes	9.5 mi	705	8.4
Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown	10.2 mi	817	6.7
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown	10.2 mi	886	6.8
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Georgetown	10.6 mi	184	6.3
Mispillion Elementary Milford	10.0 mi	572	3.5
Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School Milford	10.1 mi	689	7.2
Ennis (Howard T.) School Georgetown	12.2 mi	316	4.0
Sussex Central High School Georgetown	12.4 mi	2,012	4.8
Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School Milford	11.3 mi	503	4.3
Milford Senior High School Milford	11.6 mi	1,315	4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19968 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,646

Median Home Value

$418,600

Median Rent

$1,408/mo

Population

14,791

College Educated

40.5%

Homeownership

90.3%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus

What grades does Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus serve?

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus?

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus rank in DE?

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus ranks #26 of 59 private schools in DE.

What is Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus a private school?

Yes, Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus a religious school?

Delmarva Christian Schools Milton Campus has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.