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#38 of 59 private schools in DE
Padua Academy
High School
905 N BROOM ST, Wilmington, DE 19806
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Delaware private schools
#38 of 59
In Wilmington
#14 of 21
public schools
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Padua Academy
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About Padua Academy
Padua Academy is a private high school in Wilmington, DE. Padua Academy serves approximately 480 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Padua Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #38 of 59 private schools in DE.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- DE avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Padua Academy 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
BetaHow Padua Academy compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, DE
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Padua Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| First State School | — |
| Freire Charter School | 3.5 |
| Great Oaks Charter School | 4.4 |
| Howard High School of Technology | 4.9 |
| The Bancroft School | 4.9 |
| Douglass School | 6.6 |
| Charter School of Wilmington | 8.0 |
| Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts | 7.8 |
| Odyssey Charter School | 6.8 |
| Delaware Military Academy | 6.2 |
| duPont (Alexis I.) High School | 4.1 |
| Conrad Schools of Science | 8.2 |
| Mount Pleasant High School | 7.1 |
| Delcastle Technical High School | 6.3 |
| Brandywine High School | 7.1 |
| McKean (Thomas) High School | 3.8 |
| Concord High School | 7.5 |
| Dickinson (John) School | 6.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
905 N BROOM ST, Wilmington, DE 19806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Padua Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Great Oaks Charter School (rated 4.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Freire Charter School (rated 3.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,240
Median Home Value
$370,500
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
9,934
College Educated
70.8%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
49.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Delaware Military Academy Wilmington, DE | 6.2 |
| First State Military Academy Clayton, DE | 6.0 |
| Early College School at Del State Dover, DE | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Padua Academy
What grades does Padua Academy serve?
Padua Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Padua Academy?
Padua Academy has an enrollment of approximately 480 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Padua Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Padua Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Padua Academy rank in DE?
Padua Academy ranks #38 of 59 private schools in DE.
What is Padua Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Padua Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Padua Academy a private school?
Yes, Padua Academy is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Padua Academy a religious school?
Padua Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 480
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 421-3739
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