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#159 of 219 schools in DE
Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School
Elementary School · Red Clay Consolidated School District
2100 Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#159 of 219
In Wilmington
#39 of 50
public schools
In district
#21 of 26
Red Clay Consolidated School District
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School
Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wilmington, DE, part of Red Clay Consolidated School District. Johnson (joseph E.
Jr) Elementary School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Johnson (joseph E. Jr) 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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Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School — Students at Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 76 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: 7.2/10.
How Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School Compares
See how Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2100 Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. URSULINE ACADEMY, LOWER (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The Bayard School (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANTHONY OF PADUA GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,240
Median Home Value
$370,500
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
9,934
College Educated
70.8%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
49.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Lake Forest East Elementary School Frederica, DE | 5.5 |
| Pleasantville Elementary School New Castle, DE | 5.5 |
| Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center Middletown, DE | 5.6 |
| Towne Point Elementary School Dover, DE | 5.6 |
| Hartly Elementary School Hartly, DE | 5.2 |
| ST ANN SCHOOL Wilmington, DE | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School
What grades does Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School serve?
Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School?
Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School rank in DE?
Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School ranks #159 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School a charter school?
No, Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Johnson (joseph E. Jr) Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Johnson (joseph E. Jr) 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
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.4%
- Phone
- (302) 651-2715
Resources & Links
District
Red Clay Consolidated School District- District Enrollment
- 14,546
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,094
- District Rank
- #21 of 26
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