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#2 of 59 private schools in DE

Top 2% of private schools

Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington

School

1101 DELAWARE ST, New Castle, DE 19720

Private

Enrollment

132

Student-Teacher

4.8:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Delaware private schools

#2 of 59

In New Castle

#1 of 2

public schools

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Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington

9.1/10

School in New Castle · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Downie (carrie) Elementary School

4.6/10

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4.5/10

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About Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington

Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington is a private school in New Castle, DE. Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 59 private schools in DE.

How it compares2.8 pts above DE schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • DE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 132 students, Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington 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.

At 4.8:1 students to teachers, Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington 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

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How Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in New Castle, DE

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
132
This School
vs
606
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
9.1
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 30.3% vs 0%
Black 30.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 22.7% vs 0%
Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington New Castle Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington (this school) 9.1
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School 4.6
New Castle Elementary School 4.5
Penn (William) High School 4.5
Read (George) Middle School 4.6
Castle Hills Elementary School 5.8
Wilmington Manor Elementary School 5.9
Leach (John G.) School 4.6
The Colwyck Center 7.8
Charter School of New Castle 6.1
Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School 7.3
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School 3.9
Pleasantville Elementary School 5.5
Southern Elementary School 5.2
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School 4.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 74%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 132
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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)

White 30.3%
Black 30.3%
Hispanic 22.7%
Two or More 16.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1101 DELAWARE ST, New Castle, DE 19720

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington may also want to explore other schools in the area. Conrad Schools of Science (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, The Colwyck Center (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School New Castle 0.1 mi 4.6
New Castle Elementary School New Castle 0.2 mi 4.5
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Castle 0.6 mi 7.9
Penn (William) High School New Castle 0.6 mi 4.5
Read (George) Middle School New Castle 1.0 mi 4.6
Castle Hills Elementary School New Castle 1.2 mi 5.8
Wilmington Manor Elementary School New Castle 1.4 mi 5.9
The Colwyck Center New Castle 1.8 mi 7.8
Leach (John G.) School New Castle 1.8 mi 4.6
Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School New Castle 1.9 mi 7.3
Charter School of New Castle New Castle 1.8 mi 6.1
McCullough (Calvin R. ) Middle School New Castle 2.4 mi 3.9
Penn Beach Elementary Pennsville 2.9 mi 6.6
Pleasantville Elementary School New Castle 2.7 mi 5.5
Delaware Military Academy Wilmington 4.0 mi 6.2
Pennsville Memorial High School Pennsville 3.2 mi 3.9
Pennsville Middle School Pennsville 3.3 mi 7.1
Richardson Park Elementary School Wilmington 4.1 mi 5.6
Richey Elementary School Wilmington 4.1 mi 7.4
Conrad Schools of Science Wilmington 4.2 mi 8.2

Neighborhood 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
TARBIYAH SCHOOL Newark, DE 9.1
CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington, DE 8.6
THE PILOT SCHOOL Wilmington, DE 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington

What grades does Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington serve?

Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington?

Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington?

The student-teacher ratio at Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington rank in DE?

Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington ranks #2 of 59 private schools in DE.

What is Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington's MySchoolScout rating?

Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington a private school?

Yes, Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington 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 Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington a religious school?

Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
132
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County

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