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#148 of 219 schools in DE

Red Clay Early Years Program

School · Red Clay Consolidated School District

1621 Telegraph Road, Wilmington, DE 19804

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 48 schools in Wilmington. Learn more

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#148 of 219

In Wilmington

#36 of 50

public schools

In district

#18 of 26

Red Clay Consolidated School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Red Clay Early Years Program

5.7/10

School in Wilmington · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Stanton Middle School

5.7/10

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About Red Clay Early Years Program

Red Clay Early Years Program is a public school in Wilmington, DE, part of Red Clay Consolidated School District. Red Clay Early Years Program serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Clay Early Years Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 219 schools in DE.

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • DE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics5.4Average29%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 48 schools in Wilmington
College Readiness3.4Needs Improvement43%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,094

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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.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in DE
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

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 9.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Linden Hill Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Stanton Middle School Wilmington 0.2 mi 5.7
DEVELOPING MINDS PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Wilmington 0.6 mi
DESTINY CALLING ACADEMY Wilmington 1.2 mi
ST JOHN THE BELOVED SCHOOL Wilmington 1.6 mi 5.8
Dickinson (John) School Wilmington 1.6 mi 6.1
Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School Wilmington 1.8 mi 6.4
Delcastle Technical High School Wilmington 1.7 mi 6.3
Brandywine Springs School Wilmington 2.1 mi 5.5
Forest Oak Elementary School Newark 1.7 mi 8.1
Meadowood Program Newark 1.8 mi 4.2
Heritage Elementary School Wilmington 1.9 mi 8.3
ST MARK'S HIGH SCHOOL Wilmington 1.9 mi 5.2
Skyline Middle School Wilmington 2.0 mi 4.0
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School Newark 2.5 mi 6.4
Marbrook Elementary School Wilmington 2.5 mi 9.3
Richey Elementary School Wilmington 2.4 mi 7.4
Linden Hill Elementary School Wilmington 2.6 mi 8.6
Gateway Charter School Wilmington 2.9 mi 6.8
Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Newark 3.1 mi 9.3
McKean (Thomas) High School Wilmington 3.2 mi 3.8

Neighborhood 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

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 ranks #148 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Red Clay Early Years Program's MySchoolScout rating?

Red Clay Early Years Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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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

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