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#92 of 219 schools in DE

Top 42% in state

Georgetown Elementary School

Elementary School · Indian River School District

301-A West Market Street, Georgetown, DE 19947

Enrollment

817

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#92 of 219

In Georgetown

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 15

Indian River School District

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Georgetown Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Georgetown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Georgetown Middle School

6.8/10

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6.3/10

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About Georgetown Elementary School

Georgetown Elementary School is a public elementary school in Georgetown, DE, part of Indian River School District. Georgetown Elementary School serves approximately 817 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgetown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #92 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Georgetown Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.1% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-17.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.8 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,367
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Georgetown Elementary School — Students at Georgetown Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)

Based on 90 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
41.9%
ELA
54.3%
2016
Math
45.9%
ELA
54.1%
2017
Math
53.4%
ELA
54.7%
2018
Math
53.1%
ELA
51.1%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
48.5%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
15.1%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
27.8%
ELA
40.1%
2023
Math
32.2%
ELA
35.9%
2024
Math
32.8%
ELA
37.9%
2025
Math
37.2%
ELA
33.5%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Georgetown Elementary School Compares

See how Georgetown Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in DE
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

301-A West Market Street, Georgetown, DE 19947

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Georgetown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. H. O. Brittingham Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Milton Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Dagsboro), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown 0.0 mi 6.8
North Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown 1.5 mi 6.3
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Georgetown 1.4 mi 6.3
Sussex Academy Georgetown 1.5 mi 6.5
Sussex Technical High School Georgetown 4.0 mi 6.6
Sussex Central High School Georgetown 5.1 mi 4.8
Ennis (Howard T.) School Georgetown 5.2 mi 4.0
Mariner Middle School Milton 6.9 mi 7.0
Milton Elementary School Milton 7.3 mi 8.2
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School Milton 7.7 mi 9.0
EPWORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Laurel 8.2 mi 5.9
Millsboro Middle School Millsboro 8.5 mi 5.5
East Millsboro Elementary School Millsboro 9.2 mi 4.3
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS MILTON CAMPUS Milton 10.2 mi 6.8
Sussex Consortium Lewes 9.6 mi 6.2
Morris (Evelyn I.) Early Childhood Lincoln 12.9 mi 6.2
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dagsboro 11.9 mi 7.2
Long Neck Elementary School Millsboro 11.6 mi 4.9
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School Frankford 13.2 mi 6.8
Indian River High School Dagsboro 13.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19947 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,529

Median Home Value

$294,000

Median Rent

$1,298/mo

Population

19,343

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

67.7%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

37.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Silver Lake Elementary School Middletown, DE 6.7
Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center Greenwood, DE 6.7
Providence Creek Academy Charter School Clayton, DE 6.6
CHRIST THE TEACHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Newark, DE 6.5
The Bayard School Wilmington, DE 7.0
North Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown, DE 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Georgetown Elementary School

What grades does Georgetown Elementary School serve?

Georgetown Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Georgetown Elementary School?

Georgetown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 817 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgetown Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Georgetown Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Georgetown Elementary School rank in DE?

Georgetown Elementary School ranks #92 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Georgetown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Georgetown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Georgetown Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgetown Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Georgetown Elementary School a charter school?

No, Georgetown Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Georgetown Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Georgetown Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Sussex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

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