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#142 of 219 schools in DE

Kent County Community School

School · Capital School District

65-1 Carver Road, Dover, DE 19904

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#142 of 219

In Dover

#8 of 19

public schools

In district

#4 of 12

Capital School District

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Kent County Community School

5.8/10

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

William Henry Middle School

4.8/10

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5.1/10

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About Kent County Community School

Kent County Community School is a public school in Dover, DE, part of Capital School District. Kent County Community School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kent County Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Kent County Community School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • DE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
College Readiness3.4Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,301
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Kent County Community School — Students at Kent County Community School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 27.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 19 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
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2011
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.

How Kent County Community School Compares

See how Kent County Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
36th percentile in DE
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

65-1 Carver Road, Dover, DE 19904

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kent County Community School may also want to explore other schools in the area. DOVER FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is W. B. Simpson Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kent County Secondary ILC (rated 7.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
William Henry Middle School Dover 0.0 mi 4.8
Booker T. Washington Elementary School Dover 0.1 mi 5.1
Kent County Secondary ILC Dover 0.2 mi 7.1
Academy Of Dover Charter School Dover 0.2 mi 5.9
Campus Community School Dover 0.3 mi 6.3
Fairview Elementary School Dover 0.6 mi 6.7
Capital Early Childhood Center Dover 0.9 mi 3.5
DOVER FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dover 1.2 mi 7.5
North Dover Elementary School Dover 1.4 mi 4.6
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Dover 1.3 mi 6.0
South Dover Elementary School Dover 1.4 mi 4.5
CAPITOL BAPTIST SCHOOL Dover 1.7 mi
Towne Point Elementary School Dover 1.5 mi 5.6
W. Reily Brown Elementary School Dover 2.0 mi 5.3
Dover High School Dover 1.8 mi 5.6
Early College School at Del State Dover 2.4 mi 5.1
East Dover Elementary School Dover 1.9 mi 5.9
Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center Camden 2.9 mi
W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden 2.9 mi 7.2
Caesar Rodney High School Camden 2.9 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,885

Median Home Value

$281,000

Median Rent

$1,240/mo

Population

38,125

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

40.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
GREENWOOD MENNONITE SCHOOL Greenwood, DE 6.1
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover, DE 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kent County Community School

What grades does Kent County Community School serve?

Kent County Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Kent County Community School?

Kent County Community School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kent County Community School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kent County Community School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kent County Community School rank in DE?

Kent County Community School ranks #142 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Kent County Community School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kent County Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Kent County Community School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kent County Community School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Kent County Community School a charter school?

No, Kent County Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kent County Community School a Title I school?

No, Kent County Community School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
special_ed
Setting
Small City
County
Kent County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

Capital School District
District Enrollment
6,547
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,301
District Rank
#4 of 12

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