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#31 of 59 private schools in DE

Newark Center for Creative Learning

Elementary School

401 PHILLIPS AVE, Newark, DE 19711

Private

Enrollment

77

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Delaware private schools

#31 of 59

In Newark

#6 of 9

public schools

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Newark Center for Creative Learning

6.5/10

Elementary School in Newark · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

West Park Place Elementary School

8.1/10

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Mcvey (joseph M.) Elementary School

8.7/10

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About Newark Center for Creative Learning

Newark Center for Creative Learning is a private elementary school in Newark, DE. Newark Center for Creative Learning serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Newark Center for Creative Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 59 private schools in DE.

How it comparesOn par with DE schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • DE avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 77 students, Newark Center for Creative Learning is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Newark Center for Creative Learning sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Newark Center for Creative Learning is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Newark Center for Creative Learning compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Newark, DE

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
This School
vs
12.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
77
This School
vs
632
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 75.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.5% vs 0%
Black 3.9% vs 0%
Asian 3.9% vs 0%
Newark Center for Creative Learning Newark Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Newark Center for Creative Learning (this school) 6.5
West Park Place Elementary School 8.1
Newark High School 5.7
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School 8.7
Downes (John R.) Elementary School 6.6
Brookside Elementary School 8.2
Newark Charter School 7.3
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School 7.4
Brennen School (The) 5.2
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School 8.2
Kirk (George V.) Middle School 6.7
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School 7.6
Delaware School for the Deaf 4.9
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy 3.8
Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School 7.1
Christiana High School 8.3
Shue-Medill Middle School 7.7
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School 9.5
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School 6.4
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School 7.7
Academia Antonia Alonso 6.2

Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Newark

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DE.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,072.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 42%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Enrollment 77
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in DE

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 75.3%
Two or More 10.4%
Hispanic 6.5%
Black 3.9%
Asian 3.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

401 PHILLIPS AVE, Newark, DE 19711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Newark Center for Creative Learning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brookside Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
West Park Place Elementary School Newark 0.4 mi 8.1
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Newark 1.1 mi 8.7
THE COLLEGE SCHOOL Newark 1.0 mi 6.0
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE LAB PRESCHOOL Newark 1.0 mi
Newark High School Newark 1.1 mi 5.7
Downes (John R.) Elementary School Newark 1.4 mi 6.6
Brookside Elementary School Newark 1.5 mi 8.2
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School Newark 2.4 mi 8.2
Newark Charter School Newark 2.1 mi 7.3
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Newark 2.2 mi 7.4
Glasgow High School Newark 2.9 mi 3.8
Brennen School (The) Newark 2.4 mi 5.2
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark 2.4 mi 6.7
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Newark 2.4 mi 7.6
Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School Newark 3.1 mi 7.1
Christina Early Education Center Newark 2.5 mi 6.1
TARBIYAH SCHOOL Newark 2.7 mi 9.1
THE NEW SCHOOL Newark 3.0 mi 6.6
Delaware School for the Deaf Newark 2.6 mi 4.9
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Newark 3.1 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,455

Median Home Value

$376,300

Median Rent

$1,516/mo

Population

49,113

College Educated

52.7%

Homeownership

65.5%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

35.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Newark Center for Creative Learning

What grades does Newark Center for Creative Learning serve?

Newark Center for Creative Learning serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Newark Center for Creative Learning?

Newark Center for Creative Learning has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newark Center for Creative Learning?

The student-teacher ratio at Newark Center for Creative Learning is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Newark Center for Creative Learning rank in DE?

Newark Center for Creative Learning ranks #31 of 59 private schools in DE.

What is Newark Center for Creative Learning's MySchoolScout rating?

Newark Center for Creative Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Newark Center for Creative Learning a private school?

Yes, Newark Center for Creative Learning is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Newark Center for Creative Learning a religious school?

No, Newark Center for Creative Learning is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
77
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County

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