Below Average
#190 of 219 schools in DE
Downie (carrie) Elementary School
Elementary School · Colonial School District
1201 Delaware Street, New Castle, DE 19720
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#190 of 219
In New Castle
#10 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 14
Colonial School District
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Downie (carrie) Elementary School
Elementary School in New Castle · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Downie (carrie) Elementary School
Downie (carrie) Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Castle, DE, part of Colonial School District. Downie (carrie) Elementary School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Downie (carrie) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Downie (carrie) Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Downie (carrie) Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Downie (carrie) Elementary School — Students at Downie (carrie) Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 86 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.0/10.
How Downie (carrie) Elementary School Compares
See how Downie (carrie) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1201 Delaware Street, New Castle, DE 19720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Downie (carrie) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richey Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,985
Median Home Value
$242,600
Median Rent
$1,282/mo
Population
60,593
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Dover Elementary School Dover, DE | 4.6 |
| New Castle Elementary School New Castle, DE | 4.5 |
| Brick Mill Elementary School Middletown, DE | 4.2 |
| Booker T. Washington Elementary School Dover, DE | 5.1 |
| Maple Lane Elementary School Claymont, DE | 5.1 |
| Hartly Elementary School Hartly, DE | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Downie (carrie) Elementary School
What grades does Downie (carrie) Elementary School serve?
Downie (carrie) Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Downie (carrie) Elementary School?
Downie (carrie) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Downie (carrie) Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Downie (carrie) Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Downie (carrie) Elementary School rank in DE?
Downie (carrie) Elementary School ranks #190 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Downie (carrie) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Downie (carrie) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Downie (carrie) Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Downie (carrie) Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Downie (carrie) Elementary School a charter school?
No, Downie (carrie) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Downie (carrie) Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Downie (carrie) Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (302) 323-2926
Resources & Links
District
Colonial School District- District Enrollment
- 8,778
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,018
- District Rank
- #10 of 14
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