Very Good
#19 of 59 private schools in DE
Top 31% of private schools
Learning Express Academy
Elementary School
302 DARLING ST, Newark, DE 19702
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Delaware private schools
#19 of 59
In Newark
#3 of 9
public schools
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Learning Express Academy
Elementary School in Newark · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Learning Express Academy
Learning Express Academy is a private elementary school in Newark, DE. Learning Express Academy serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Learning Express Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 59 private schools in DE.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, Learning Express Academy 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 7.7:1 students to teachers, Learning Express Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Learning Express Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Learning Express Academy compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Newark, DE
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Learning Express Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Leasure (May B.) Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Academia Antonia Alonso | 6.2 |
| Christiana High School | 8.3 |
| Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Gauger-Cobbs Middle School | 7.4 |
| Kirk (George V.) Middle School | 6.7 |
| Delaware School for the Deaf | 4.9 |
| Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Brennen School (The) | 5.2 |
| Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Brookside Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Keene (William B.) Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Las Americas ASPIRA Academy | 3.8 |
| McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Newark High School | 5.7 |
| Shue-Medill Middle School | 7.7 |
| Meadowood Program | 4.2 |
| Forest Oak Elementary School | 8.1 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DE.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DE
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
302 DARLING ST, Newark, DE 19702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Learning Express Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oberle (William) Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Bear), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Newark | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Newark | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Academia Antonia Alonso Newark | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Oberle (William) Elementary School Bear | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Christiana High School Newark | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| TARBIYAH SCHOOL Newark | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Newark | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| FAIRWINDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bear | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE Newark | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Newark | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bear | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Christina Early Education Center Newark | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Delaware School for the Deaf Newark | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Newark | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bear | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Newark | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Brennen School (The) Newark | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CARAVEL ACADEMY Bear | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Newark | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
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
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| CHILD CRAFT COMPANY Seaford, DE | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL DE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover, DE | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Learning Express Academy
What grades does Learning Express Academy serve?
Learning Express Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Learning Express Academy?
Learning Express Academy has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Learning Express Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Learning Express Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Learning Express Academy rank in DE?
Learning Express Academy ranks #19 of 59 private schools in DE.
What is Learning Express Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Learning Express Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Learning Express Academy a private school?
Yes, Learning Express Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Learning Express Academy a religious school?
No, Learning Express Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 737-8260
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