Average
#97 of 219 schools in DE
Top 44% in state
Douglass School
School · Christina School District
1800 Prospect Road, Wilmington, DE 19805
Enrollment
91
Score
6.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
91
Score
6.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#97 of 219
In Wilmington
#25 of 50
public schools
In district
#18 of 27
Christina School District
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Douglass School
Douglass School is a public school in Wilmington, DE, part of Christina School District. Douglass School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th. Douglass School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Douglass School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- DE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Douglass School 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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Douglass School — Students at Douglass School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Douglass School Compares
See how Douglass School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1800 Prospect Road, Wilmington, DE 19805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglass School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Odyssey Charter School (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,708
Median Home Value
$220,200
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
40,315
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglass School
What grades does Douglass School serve?
Douglass School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Douglass School?
Douglass School has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
How does Douglass School rank in DE?
Douglass School ranks #97 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Douglass School's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglass School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Douglass School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglass School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Douglass School a charter school?
No, Douglass School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglass School a Title I school?
No, Douglass School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 429-4146
Resources & Links
District
Christina School District- District Enrollment
- 13,076
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,954
- District Rank
- #18 of 27
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