Average
#93 of 219 schools in DE
Top 42% in state
Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School
Elementary School · Brandywine School District
3601 Jefferson Street, Wilmington, DE 19802
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#93 of 219
In Wilmington
#24 of 50
public schools
In district
#13 of 16
Brandywine School District
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School
Elementary School in Wilmington · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School
Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wilmington, DE, part of Brandywine School District. Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #93 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School — Students at Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 78 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: 7.4/10.
How Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School Compares
See how Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3601 Jefferson Street, Wilmington, DE 19802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. First State Montessori Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lombardy Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, URBAN PROMISE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School Wilmington | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington | 0.4 mi | — |
| URBAN PROMISE SCHOOL Wilmington | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| East Side Charter School Wilmington | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School Wilmington | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SHARON TEMPLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Wilmington | 0.9 mi | — |
| Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy Wilmington | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Warner Elementary School Wilmington | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Howard High School of Technology Wilmington | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Freire Charter School Wilmington | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Stubbs Early Education Center Wilmington | 1.4 mi | 2.3 |
| Kuumba Academy Charter School Wilmington | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Great Oaks Charter School Wilmington | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF DELAWARE Wilmington | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| AUGUSTINE HILLS SCHOOL Wilmington | 1.2 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Wilmington | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Lombardy Elementary School Wilmington | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| First State School Wilmington | 1.3 mi | — |
| URBAN PROMISE ACADEMY Wilmington | 1.5 mi | — |
| First State Montessori Academy Wilmington | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,370
Median Home Value
$188,400
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
25,670
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fairview Elementary School Dover, DE | 6.7 |
| THE INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL Newark, DE | 6.7 |
| DELMARVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS MILTON CAMPUS Milton, DE | 6.8 |
| Downes (John R.) Elementary School Newark, DE | 6.6 |
| East Side Charter School Wilmington, DE | 6.5 |
| Lancashire Elementary School Wilmington, DE | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School
What grades does Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School serve?
Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School?
Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School rank in DE?
Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School ranks #93 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harlan (david W. ) 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 Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School a charter school?
No, Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harlan (david W. ) Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Harlan (david W. ) 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
- 343
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (302) 762-7156
Resources & Links
District
Brandywine School District- District Enrollment
- 10,350
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,228
- District Rank
- #13 of 16
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