Very Good
#11 of 59 private schools in DE
Top 17% of private schools
Fairwinds Christian School
School
801 SEYMOUR RD, Bear, DE 19701
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Delaware private schools
#11 of 59
In Bear
#2 of 5
public schools
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About Fairwinds Christian School
Fairwinds Christian School is a private school in Bear, DE. Fairwinds Christian School serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairwinds Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 59 private schools in DE.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- DE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, Fairwinds Christian 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.
Fairwinds Christian School 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Fairwinds Christian School compares to the 3 public schools in Bear, DE
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bear
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fairwinds Christian School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Oberle (William) Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary | 6.0 |
| Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School | 5.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
801 SEYMOUR RD, Bear, DE 19701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairwinds Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. TARBIYAH SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Another option is RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 3.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bear, see our Bear schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Newark | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Pleasantville Elementary School New Castle | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Academia Antonia Alonso Newark | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| LEARNING EXPRESS ACADEMY Newark | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Newark | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Newark | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Newark | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bear | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bear | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Christiana High School Newark | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Oberle (William) Elementary School Bear | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE Newark | 3.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary Bear | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Penn (William) High School New Castle | 3.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Delaware School for the Deaf Newark | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Red Clay Early Years Program Wilmington | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Christina Early Education Center Newark | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Read (George) Middle School New Castle | 3.9 mi | 4.6 |
| TARBIYAH SCHOOL Newark | 3.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Stanton Middle School Wilmington | 4.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,856
Median Home Value
$337,800
Median Rent
$1,732/mo
Population
44,801
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE PILOT SCHOOL Wilmington, DE | 7.7 |
| CENTERVILLE LAYTON SCHOOL Wilmington, DE | 7.1 |
| Douglass School Wilmington, DE | 6.6 |
| CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington, DE | 8.6 |
| MILFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Milford, DE | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairwinds Christian School
What grades does Fairwinds Christian School serve?
Fairwinds Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Fairwinds Christian School?
Fairwinds Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairwinds Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairwinds Christian School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Fairwinds Christian School rank in DE?
Fairwinds Christian School ranks #11 of 59 private schools in DE.
What is Fairwinds Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairwinds Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fairwinds Christian School a private school?
Yes, Fairwinds Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Fairwinds Christian School a religious school?
Fairwinds Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 147
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 328-7404
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