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#178 of 219 schools in DE

Long Neck Elementary School

Elementary School · Indian River School District

26064 School Lane, Millsboro, DE 19966

Enrollment

656

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#178 of 219

In Millsboro

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#12 of 15

Indian River School District

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Long Neck Elementary School

4.9/10

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

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8.4/10

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8.4/10

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About Long Neck Elementary School

Long Neck Elementary School is a public elementary school in Millsboro, DE, part of Indian River School District. Long Neck Elementary School serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Neck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Long Neck Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.1% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.1 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,367
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Long Neck Elementary School — Students at Long Neck Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.3% (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
96%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
62.2%
ELA
69.6%
2016
Math
54.9%
ELA
62.2%
2017
Math
57.5%
ELA
63.7%
2018
Math
64.2%
ELA
66.3%
2019
Math
64.1%
ELA
60.6%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
22.3%
ELA
35.5%
2022
Math
33.5%
ELA
37.5%
2023
Math
46.1%
ELA
39.1%
2024
Math
38.7%
ELA
32.6%
2025
Math
38.9%
ELA
33%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Long Neck Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
19th percentile in DE
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

26064 School Lane, Millsboro, DE 19966

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Long Neck Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Love Creek Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Lewes), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lord Baltimore Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Ocean View), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rehoboth Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Rehoboth Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Millsboro, see our Millsboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Beacon Middle School Lewes 6.1 mi 8.4
Love Creek Elementary School Lewes 6.2 mi 8.4
Indian River High School Dagsboro 6.6 mi 6.1
East Millsboro Elementary School Millsboro 5.9 mi 4.3
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School Frankford 7.1 mi 6.8
Millsboro Middle School Millsboro 6.2 mi 5.5
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dagsboro 7.2 mi 7.2
Lord Baltimore Elementary School Ocean View 7.5 mi 8.3
Rehoboth Elementary School Rehoboth Beach 7.6 mi 8.2
Sussex Consortium Lewes 8.6 mi 6.2
Cape Henlopen High School Lewes 9.0 mi 7.4
Ennis (Howard T.) School Georgetown 7.4 mi 4.0
Sussex Central High School Georgetown 7.6 mi 4.8
Lewes Elementary School Lewes 9.8 mi 7.5
Selbyville Middle School Selbyville 11.7 mi 7.7
Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary School Selbyville 11.8 mi 8.0
Southern Delaware School of the Arts Selbyville 11.8 mi 6.4
Indian River Intensive Learning Center Selbyville 11.9 mi 5.8
Mariner Middle School Milton 11.5 mi 7.0
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Georgetown 10.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19966 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,436

Median Home Value

$282,100

Median Rent

$1,293/mo

Population

34,892

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

82.5%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

53

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Southern Elementary School New Castle, DE 5.2
J. Ralph McIlvaine Early Childhood Center Magnolia, DE 5.3
Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School Dover, DE 5.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Long Neck Elementary School

What grades does Long Neck Elementary School serve?

Long Neck Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Long Neck Elementary School?

Long Neck Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Neck Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Long Neck Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Long Neck Elementary School rank in DE?

Long Neck Elementary School ranks #178 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Long Neck Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Long Neck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Long Neck Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Neck Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Long Neck Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Long Neck Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Sussex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

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