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#80 of 219 schools in DE

Top 36% in state

Lancashire Elementary School

Elementary School · Brandywine School District

2000 Naamans Road, Wilmington, DE 19810

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#80 of 219

In Wilmington

#21 of 50

public schools

In district

#12 of 16

Brandywine School District

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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

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About Lancashire Elementary School

Lancashire Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wilmington, DE, part of Brandywine School District. Lancashire Elementary School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Lancashire Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Lancashire Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.3% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.9% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.2 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,228
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Lancashire Elementary School — Students at Lancashire Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)

Based on 90 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
84%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
64.3%
ELA
66.7%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
69.7%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
68.6%
2018
Math
59.3%
ELA
65.2%
2019
Math
56.9%
ELA
58.8%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
26.7%
ELA
35.7%
2022
Math
43.3%
ELA
48.6%
2023
Math
48.3%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
48.4%
ELA
52.3%
2025
Math
45.1%
ELA
54.9%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Lancashire Elementary School Compares

See how Lancashire Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
64th percentile in DE
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Location

2000 Naamans Road, Wilmington, DE 19810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lancashire Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hanby Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Claymont Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Claymont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bethel Springs El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Garnet Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington 0.4 mi 8.6
Forwood Elementary School Wilmington 1.3 mi 8.2
ST EDMOND'S ACADEMY Wilmington 1.4 mi 7.1
Talley Middle School Wilmington 1.2 mi 8.0
Bethel Springs El Sch Garnet Valley 1.6 mi 8.4
Concord High School Wilmington 1.7 mi 7.5
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Wilmington 1.7 mi 3.8
Hanby Elementary School Wilmington 1.7 mi 8.9
CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI Wilmington 1.8 mi
Brandywine High School Wilmington 2.1 mi 7.1
Carrcroft Elementary School Wilmington 2.4 mi 8.0
Claymont Elementary School Claymont 2.1 mi 8.7
Maple Lane Elementary School Claymont 2.4 mi 5.1
Garnet Valley HS Glen Mills 3.0 mi 9.4
Springer Middle School Wilmington 2.6 mi 6.6
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Wilmington 3.1 mi 6.1
Garnet Valley MS Glen Mills 3.3 mi 7.5
Garnet Valley El Sch Glen Mills 3.4 mi 7.9
Mount Pleasant High School Wilmington 3.5 mi 7.1
CONCORD PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE Wilmington 3.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,486

Median Home Value

$420,300

Median Rent

$1,517/mo

Population

25,859

College Educated

53.2%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

46.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Smyrna Elementary School Smyrna, DE 7.0
The Bayard School Wilmington, DE 7.0
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School Frankford, DE 6.8
Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School Newark, DE 7.1
Lombardy Elementary School Wilmington, DE 7.1
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School Wilmington, DE 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lancashire Elementary School

What grades does Lancashire Elementary School serve?

Lancashire Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lancashire Elementary School?

Lancashire Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lancashire Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lancashire Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lancashire Elementary School rank in DE?

Lancashire Elementary School ranks #80 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Lancashire Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lancashire Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Lancashire Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lancashire Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lancashire Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lancashire Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lancashire Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lancashire Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

Brandywine School District
District Enrollment
10,350
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,228
District Rank
#12 of 16

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