Below Average
#189 of 219 schools in DE
Leach (john G.) School
School · Colonial School District
10 Landers Lane, New Castle, DE 19720
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#189 of 219
In New Castle
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#9 of 14
Colonial School District
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About Leach (john G.) School
Leach (john G.) School is a public school in New Castle, DE, part of Colonial School District. Leach (john G.) School serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Leach (john G.) School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Leach (john G.) School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- DE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 86 students, Leach (john G.) School 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Leach (john G.) School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
50% of students at Leach (john G.) School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Leach (john G.) School — Students at Leach (john G.) School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How Leach (john G.) School Compares
See how Leach (john G.) School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10 Landers Lane, New Castle, DE 19720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leach (john G.) School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HARVEST CHRISTAIN ACADEMY, WILMINGTON (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Bancroft School (rated 4.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood 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 |
|---|---|
| Meadowood Program Newark, DE | 4.2 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF DELAWARE Wilmington, DE | 5.9 |
| Sussex Orthopedic Program Seaford, DE | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leach (john G.) School
What grades does Leach (john G.) School serve?
Leach (john G.) School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Leach (john G.) School?
Leach (john G.) School has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leach (john G.) School?
The student-teacher ratio at Leach (john G.) School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leach (john G.) School rank in DE?
Leach (john G.) School ranks #189 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Leach (john G.) School's MySchoolScout rating?
Leach (john G.) School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Leach (john G.) School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leach (john G.) School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Leach (john G.) School a charter school?
No, Leach (john G.) School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leach (john G.) School a Title I school?
No, Leach (john G.) School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 86
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (302) 429-4055
Resources & Links
District
Colonial School District- District Enrollment
- 8,778
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,018
- District Rank
- #9 of 14
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