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#13 of 219 schools in DE

Top 6% in state

Linden Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · Red Clay Consolidated School District

3415 Skyline Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808

Enrollment

547

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Wilmington

#5 of 50

public schools

Delaware elementary schools

#10 of 119

In district

#4 of 26

Red Clay Consolidated School District

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Linden Hill Elementary School

Linden Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wilmington, DE, part of the Red Clay Consolidated School District. The school serves approximately 547 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 94.5th percentile among DE schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 62% proficiency in math and 68% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (7.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,883, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.3 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65%
Reading/ELA Proficiency68%
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)34%
vs. Expected+32.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.5Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,267

Linden Hill Elementary School — Students at Linden Hill Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
68%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Linden Hill Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
95th percentile in DE
Academic
9.8/10
9.8/10
Growth
7.9/10
Above average
Environment
6.5/10
Above average

Location

3415 Skyline Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Linden Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Star Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Hockessin), with a very similar rating. Another option is William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Hockessin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Skyline Middle School Wilmington 0.7 mi 6.4
Heritage Elementary School Wilmington 0.9 mi 8.1
ST MARK'S HIGH SCHOOL Wilmington 1.1 mi 5.2
LIMESTONE HILLS DAY SCHOOL Wilmington 1.2 mi
Dickinson (John) School Wilmington 1.1 mi 7.0
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Newark 1.4 mi 5.7
THE INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL Newark 1.3 mi 6.7
DESTINY CALLING ACADEMY Wilmington 1.7 mi
TOWLE INSTITUTE Newark 1.8 mi 4.4
Forest Oak Elementary School Newark 2.1 mi 8.1
Meadowood Program Newark 2.1 mi 6.8
ST JOHN THE BELOVED SCHOOL Wilmington 1.9 mi 5.8
DEVELOPING MINDS PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Wilmington 2.0 mi
McKean (Thomas) High School Wilmington 2.2 mi 5.0
Shue-Medill Middle School Newark 2.6 mi 7.2
North Star Elementary School Hockessin 2.5 mi 8.3
Brandywine Springs School Wilmington 2.2 mi 5.2
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary Hockessin 2.6 mi 8.3
CACC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hockessin 2.8 mi
THE HOCKESSIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hockessin 3.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,883

Median Home Value

$309,700

Median Rent

$1,357/mo

Population

38,334

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

43.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Linden Hill Elementary School has a median household income of $92,883. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $309,700, with a median rent of $1,357/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Carrcroft Elementary School Wilmington, DE 8.2
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School Milton, DE 8.2
Lewes Elementary School Lewes, DE 8.2
Forest Oak Elementary School Newark, DE 8.1
Heritage Elementary School Wilmington, DE 8.1
Milton Elementary School Milton, DE 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Linden Hill Elementary School

What grades does Linden Hill Elementary School serve?

Linden Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Linden Hill Elementary School?

Linden Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Linden Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Linden Hill Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Linden Hill Elementary School rank in DE?

Linden Hill Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 219 schools in DE.

What is Linden Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Linden Hill Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Linden Hill Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Linden Hill Elementary School has 62.3% math proficiency and 68.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Linden Hill Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Linden Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,289/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Wilmington). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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