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#215 of 219 schools in DE

Mispillion Elementary

Elementary School · Milford School District

311 Lovers Lane, Milford, DE 19963

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

3.5

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#215 of 219

In Milford

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Milford School District

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Mispillion Elementary

3.5/10

Elementary School in Milford · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ross (lulu M.) Elementary School

7.2/10

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4.3/10

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About Mispillion Elementary

Mispillion Elementary is a public elementary school in Milford, DE, part of Milford School District. Mispillion Elementary serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mispillion Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Mispillion Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.3
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.46 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.5% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-36.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.1 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected-12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,324
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Mispillion Elementary — Students at Mispillion Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
43.6% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
48.4% (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.

2011
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
40.2%
ELA
47.5%
2016
Math
47.7%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
56.9%
ELA
58.1%
2018
Math
54.4%
ELA
58.6%
2019
Math
48.6%
ELA
54.7%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
15.5%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
28.1%
ELA
32.4%
2023
Math
23.4%
ELA
24.4%
2024
Math
21.4%
ELA
23%
2025
Math
17.7%
ELA
26%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Mispillion Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
2th percentile in DE
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

Location

311 Lovers Lane, Milford, DE 19963

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mispillion Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. H. O. Brittingham Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Milton Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milford, see our Milford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School Milford 0.1 mi 7.2
Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School Milford 1.3 mi 4.3
Milford Senior High School Milford 1.8 mi 4.2
Milford Central Academy Milford 1.8 mi 4.7
MILFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Milford 1.7 mi 6.3
Morris (Evelyn I.) Early Childhood Lincoln 2.5 mi 6.2
Lake Forest East Elementary School Frederica 7.6 mi 5.5
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School Milton 10.1 mi 9.0
Lake Forest High School Felton 9.2 mi 4.7
Lake Forest Central Elementary School Felton 9.4 mi 6.1
Milton Elementary School Milton 10.7 mi 8.2
Chipman (W.T.) Middle School Harrington 9.1 mi 4.9
Delaware Early Childhood Center Harrington 9.0 mi 4.8
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS MILTON CAMPUS Milton 10.0 mi 6.8
Lake Forest South Elementary School Harrington 9.1 mi 6.3
Mariner Middle School Milton 11.2 mi 7.0
J. Ralph McIlvaine Early Childhood Center Magnolia 11.9 mi 5.3
GREENWOOD MENNONITE SCHOOL Greenwood 10.4 mi 6.1
Lake Forest North Elementary School Felton 10.9 mi 6.2
Magnolia Middle School Magnolia 12.8 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19963 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,420

Median Home Value

$291,200

Median Rent

$1,161/mo

Population

22,544

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy Wilmington, DE 3.0
Brick Mill Elementary School Middletown, DE 4.2
Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School Milford, DE 4.3
New Castle Elementary School New Castle, DE 4.5
South Dover Elementary School Dover, DE 4.5
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School New Castle, DE 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mispillion Elementary

What grades does Mispillion Elementary serve?

Mispillion Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Mispillion Elementary?

Mispillion Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mispillion Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mispillion Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mispillion Elementary rank in DE?

Mispillion Elementary ranks #215 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Mispillion Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mispillion Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Mispillion Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mispillion Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Mispillion Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mispillion Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mispillion Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sussex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

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