Needs Improvement
#216 of 219 schools in DE
Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy
Elementary School · Red Clay Consolidated School District
100 West 18th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#216 of 219
In Wilmington
#49 of 50
public schools
In district
#26 of 26
Red Clay Consolidated School District
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Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy
Elementary School in Wilmington · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy
Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy is a public elementary school in Wilmington, DE, part of Red Clay Consolidated School District. Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.0
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy — Students at Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2014-15)
Based on 19 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy Compares
See how Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 West 18th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. First State Montessori Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is URSULINE ACADEMY, LOWER (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, URBAN PROMISE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freire Charter School Wilmington | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| SHARON TEMPLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Wilmington | 0.2 mi | — |
| First State School Wilmington | 0.3 mi | — |
| Kuumba Academy Charter School Wilmington | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Great Oaks Charter School Wilmington | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF DELAWARE Wilmington | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| URBAN PROMISE ACADEMY Wilmington | 0.4 mi | — |
| Warner Elementary School Wilmington | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| First State Montessori Academy Wilmington | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Howard High School of Technology Wilmington | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| SERVIAM GIRLS ACADEMY Wilmington | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Stubbs Early Education Center Wilmington | 0.6 mi | 2.3 |
| DARUL AMAANAH ACADEMY Wilmington | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| The Bancroft School Wilmington | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| AUGUSTINE HILLS SCHOOL Wilmington | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST PETER CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Wilmington | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School Wilmington | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Lewis (William C.) Dual Language Elementary School Wilmington | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| URSULINE ACADEMY, LOWER Wilmington | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| URBAN PROMISE SCHOOL Wilmington | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,370
Median Home Value
$188,400
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
25,670
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy
What grades does Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy serve?
Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy?
Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy rank in DE?
Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy ranks #216 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
Is Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy a charter school?
No, Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy a Title I school?
No, Shortlidge (evan G.) Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.3%
- Phone
- (302) 651-2710
Resources & Links
District
Red Clay Consolidated School District- District Enrollment
- 14,546
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,094
- District Rank
- #26 of 26
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