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#2 of 219 schools in DE

Top 1% in state

Jones (albert H.) Elementary School

Elementary School · Christina School District

35 West Main Street, Newark, DE 19702

Enrollment

327

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#2 of 219

In Newark

#2 of 28

public schools

In district

#2 of 27

Christina School District

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Jones (albert H.) Elementary School

9.3/10

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

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About Jones (albert H.) Elementary School

Jones (albert H.) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, DE, part of Christina School District. Jones (albert H.) Elementary School serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jones (albert H.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Jones (albert H.) Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.6% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+26.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,954
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Jones (albert H.) Elementary School — Students at Jones (albert H.) Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.6% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)

Based on 89 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
44.3%
ELA
49.6%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
51.8%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
44.9%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
52.1%
2019
Math
50.1%
ELA
51.3%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27.9%
ELA
37.5%
2022
Math
34.4%
ELA
46.2%
2023
Math
37.4%
ELA
44.9%
2024
Math
39.7%
ELA
44.8%
2025
Math
58.3%
ELA
60.1%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Jones (albert H.) Elementary School Compares

See how Jones (albert H.) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
100th percentile in DE
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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

35 West Main Street, Newark, DE 19702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jones (albert H.) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Forest Oak Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Academia Antonia Alonso Newark 0.8 mi 6.2
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Newark 1.3 mi 6.4
FAIRWINDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bear 1.8 mi 7.5
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Newark 1.9 mi 7.7
Christiana High School Newark 1.8 mi 8.3
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE Newark 1.9 mi 9.2
LEARNING EXPRESS ACADEMY Newark 2.2 mi 7.1
Pleasantville Elementary School New Castle 2.0 mi 5.5
Meadowood Program Newark 2.8 mi 4.2
Forest Oak Elementary School Newark 2.8 mi 8.1
Delaware School for the Deaf Newark 2.4 mi 4.9
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Newark 2.5 mi 3.8
Red Clay Early Years Program Wilmington 3.1 mi 5.7
Christina Early Education Center Newark 2.5 mi 6.1
DESTINY CALLING ACADEMY Wilmington 3.2 mi
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Newark 2.6 mi 7.6
Stanton Middle School Wilmington 3.3 mi 5.7
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark 2.6 mi 6.7
Brennen School (The) Newark 2.6 mi 5.2
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Newark 3.3 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,304

Median Home Value

$331,200

Median Rent

$1,549/mo

Population

56,049

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Marbrook Elementary School Wilmington, DE 9.3
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Newark, DE 9.5
Frederick Douglass Elementary School Seaford, DE 9.0
Lorewood Grove Elementary School Middletown, DE 8.7
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Newark, DE 8.7
North Laurel Early Learning Academy Laurel, DE 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jones (albert H.) Elementary School

What grades does Jones (albert H.) Elementary School serve?

Jones (albert H.) Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Jones (albert H.) Elementary School?

Jones (albert H.) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jones (albert H.) Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jones (albert H.) Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jones (albert H.) Elementary School rank in DE?

Jones (albert H.) Elementary School ranks #2 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Jones (albert H.) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jones (albert H.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Jones (albert H.) Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jones (albert H.) Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jones (albert H.) Elementary School a charter school?

No, Jones (albert H.) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jones (albert H.) Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Jones (albert H.) Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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