Very Good
#56 of 219 schools in DE
Top 25% in state
Red Clay Early Years Program
School · Red Clay Consolidated School District
1621 Telegraph Road, Wilmington, DE 19804
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 47 schools in Wilmington. Learn more
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Wilmington
#15 of 50
public schools
In district
#10 of 26
Red Clay Consolidated School District
School environment
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Red Clay Early Years Program
Red Clay Early Years Program serves 289 preschool students with a focused approach to early childhood education in Wilmington, Delaware. This alternative school specifically serves Pre-K students, providing a specialized learning environment with an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10.3 to 1, supported by 28 full-time equivalent teachers. The program has earned recognition for its quality, receiving a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranking #44 out of 220 schools statewide, placing it in the 80th percentile among Delaware schools.
This strong performance reflects the school's commitment to providing young learners with a solid educational foundation during these crucial early years. Located on Telegraph Road in New Castle County, Red Clay Early Years Program serves families in a community where the median household income is $71,610 and median home values average $232,200. The surrounding ZIP code area has a population of nearly 18,000 residents, with 22% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a relatively low poverty rate of 8.4%.
The program operates within a large suburban setting that provides families with access to early childhood education while maintaining the benefits of a close-knit educational community focused entirely on preschool-age development.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Red Clay Early Years Program Compares
See how Red Clay Early Years Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1621 Telegraph Road, Wilmington, DE 19804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Clay Early Years Program may also want to explore other schools in the area. Marbrook Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Linden Hill Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Forest Oak Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,204
Median Home Value
$244,700
Median Rent
$1,157/mo
Population
18,231
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
41
Community Profile
The community surrounding Red Clay Early Years Program has a median household income of $76,204. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $244,700, with a median rent of $1,157/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Clay Early Years Program
What grades does Red Clay Early Years Program serve?
Red Clay Early Years Program serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Red Clay Early Years Program?
Red Clay Early Years Program has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Clay Early Years Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Clay Early Years Program is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Clay Early Years Program rank in DE?
Red Clay Early Years Program is ranked #56 out of 219 schools in DE.
What is Red Clay Early Years Program's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Clay Early Years Program has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Red Clay Early Years Program a charter school?
No, Red Clay Early Years Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Clay Early Years Program a Title I school?
No, Red Clay Early Years Program is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 651-2709
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Red Clay Consolidated School District- District Enrollment
- 14,546
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,094
- District Rank
- #10 of 26
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