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#170 of 219 schools in DE

Maple Lane Elementary School

Elementary School · Brandywine School District

100 Maple Lane, Claymont, DE 19703

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#170 of 219

In Claymont

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#15 of 16

Brandywine School District

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Maple Lane Elementary School

5.1/10

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

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About Maple Lane Elementary School

Maple Lane Elementary School is a public elementary school in Claymont, DE, part of Brandywine School District. Maple Lane Elementary School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Maple Lane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Maple Lane Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.9% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.7% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-32.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.4 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected-15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,228
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Maple Lane Elementary School — Students at Maple Lane Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 37.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)

Based on 85 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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
41.3%
ELA
43.3%
2016
Math
44.6%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
48.8%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
43.1%
ELA
45.6%
2019
Math
33.5%
ELA
36.3%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
13.4%
2022
Math
12.4%
ELA
20.5%
2023
Math
16.3%
ELA
20.1%
2024
Math
23.4%
ELA
26.7%
2025
Math
21.9%
ELA
25.7%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Maple Lane Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
23th percentile in DE
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Location

100 Maple Lane, Claymont, DE 19703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maple Lane Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hanby Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Claymont Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bethel Springs El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Garnet Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Claymont, see our Claymont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Claymont Elementary School Claymont 0.9 mi 8.7
ST EDMOND'S ACADEMY Wilmington 1.2 mi 7.1
Carrcroft Elementary School Wilmington 1.6 mi 8.0
Talley Middle School Wilmington 2.1 mi 8.0
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Wilmington 2.0 mi 7.7
Forwood Elementary School Wilmington 2.0 mi 8.2
CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington 2.3 mi 8.6
Lancashire Elementary School Wilmington 2.4 mi 6.9
Mount Pleasant High School Wilmington 2.2 mi 7.1
Boothwyn El Sch Boothwyn 2.8 mi 6.0
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Wilmington 2.6 mi 6.1
Brandywine High School Wilmington 2.7 mi 7.1
Bethel Springs El Sch Garnet Valley 3.7 mi 8.4
Chichester MS Boothwyn 3.4 mi 4.9
Chichester SHS Boothwyn 3.7 mi 5.8
Linwood El Sch Linwood 3.4 mi 4.5
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington 3.5 mi
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Wilmington 3.5 mi 3.8
Hanby Elementary School Wilmington 3.5 mi 8.9
CONCORD PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE Wilmington 3.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,328

Median Home Value

$266,500

Median Rent

$1,305/mo

Population

15,936

College Educated

35.2%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maple Lane Elementary School

What grades does Maple Lane Elementary School serve?

Maple Lane Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Maple Lane Elementary School?

Maple Lane Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Lane Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maple Lane Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maple Lane Elementary School rank in DE?

Maple Lane Elementary School ranks #170 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Maple Lane Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maple Lane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Maple Lane Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maple Lane Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maple Lane Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Maple Lane Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

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

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