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#75 of 219 schools in DE

Top 34% in state

Lombardy Elementary School

Elementary School · Brandywine School District

412 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#75 of 219

In Wilmington

#19 of 50

public schools

In district

#11 of 16

Brandywine School District

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Lombardy Elementary School

7.1/10

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

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About Lombardy Elementary School

Lombardy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wilmington, DE, part of Brandywine School District. Lombardy Elementary School serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lombardy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #75 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Lombardy Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.6% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.7% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,228
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Lombardy Elementary School — Students at Lombardy Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.6% (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
85%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
54.8%
ELA
64.2%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
65.7%
2017
Math
59.2%
ELA
63.4%
2018
Math
54.9%
ELA
60.2%
2019
Math
57.7%
ELA
60.7%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27.5%
ELA
38.7%
2022
Math
36.9%
ELA
44.7%
2023
Math
41.3%
ELA
42.4%
2024
Math
42.6%
ELA
47.7%
2025
Math
41.3%
ELA
50.4%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Lombardy Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in DE
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

Location

412 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lombardy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carrcroft Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALBERT EINSTEIN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, URBAN PROMISE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CONCORD PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE Wilmington 0.4 mi
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Wilmington 0.9 mi 6.1
ASTRA ZENECA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Wilmington 0.9 mi
ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Wilmington 1.0 mi 5.8
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School Wilmington 1.4 mi 7.2
Springer Middle School Wilmington 1.4 mi 6.6
Brandywine High School Wilmington 1.3 mi 7.1
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School Wilmington 1.5 mi 6.7
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington 1.8 mi
AUGUSTINE HILLS SCHOOL Wilmington 1.7 mi
BRANDYWINE VALLEY CHRISTIAN PRESCH Wilmington 1.8 mi
Warner Elementary School Wilmington 1.9 mi 5.8
SHARON TEMPLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Wilmington 2.1 mi
Mount Pleasant High School Wilmington 1.8 mi 7.1
ALBERT EINSTEIN ACADEMY Wilmington 2.1 mi 7.4
Carrcroft Elementary School Wilmington 1.8 mi 8.0
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy Wilmington 2.3 mi 3.0
East Side Charter School Wilmington 2.4 mi 6.5
URBAN PROMISE SCHOOL Wilmington 2.4 mi 6.8
First State School Wilmington 2.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,941

Median Home Value

$436,200

Median Rent

$1,736/mo

Population

21,971

College Educated

61.2%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

46.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School Newark, DE 7.1
Smyrna Elementary School Smyrna, DE 7.0
The Bayard School Wilmington, DE 7.0
Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School Wilmington, DE 7.2
W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden, DE 7.2
Lancashire Elementary School Wilmington, DE 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lombardy Elementary School

What grades does Lombardy Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Lombardy Elementary School?

Lombardy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lombardy Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lombardy Elementary School rank in DE?

Lombardy Elementary School ranks #75 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Lombardy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lombardy Elementary School 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.

What are the test scores at Lombardy Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lombardy Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lombardy Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lombardy Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

District

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

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