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#43 of 59 private schools in DE
Epworth Christian School
Elementary School · Laurel, DE
A private elementary school in Laurel, DE serving grades Pre-K – 8th.
14511 SYCAMORE RD, Laurel, DE 19956
- 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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
Most recent published year. School vs. DE average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where Epworth Christian School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 3Car-Dependent
- Bike 28Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High4,467/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Laurel), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$59,085
Median home value
$233,500
Median rent
$923/mo
College educated
15.7%
Homeownership
65.7%
Poverty rate
18.8%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 19956; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Laurel Early Learning AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 8.6 | PK–K | 4.6 mi | 234 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Epworth Christian School is listed in Laurel, DE; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Epworth Christian School
Epworth Christian School is a private elementary school in Laurel, DE, serving approximately 159 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 59 private schools in DE.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Epworth Christian School
What grades does Epworth Christian School serve?
Epworth Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Epworth Christian School?
Epworth Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Epworth Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Epworth Christian School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Epworth Christian School rank in DE?
Epworth Christian School ranks #43 of 59 private schools in DE.
What is Epworth Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Epworth Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Epworth Christian School a private school?
Yes, Epworth Christian School 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 Epworth Christian School a religious school?
Epworth Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Sussex County
- Phone
- (302) 875-4488
- Area population (ZIP 19956)
- 16,274
- Area average commute
- 27.4 min
- Area median age
- 36.5
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 19956; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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