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#24 of 59 private schools in DE

Top 39% of private schools

St Anthony of Padua Grade School

Elementary School

1715 W 9TH ST, Wilmington, DE 19805

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 47 schools in Wilmington. Learn more

Enrollment

181

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Wilmington

#10 of 21

public schools

Delaware elementary schools

#12 of 26

About St Anthony of Padua Grade School

ST ANTHONY OF PADUA GRADE SCHOOL is a public elementary school located in Wilmington, Delaware. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 181 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1 with 15 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite not having specific test score data available, the MySchoolScout rating for ST ANTHONY is 4.0 out of 10, placing it in the 37th percentile among Delaware schools.

The school focuses on providing a supportive educational environment that nurtures student development across all grade levels. With its small city setting, ST ANTHONY OF PADUA GRADE SCHOOL benefits from being part of an urban community while still offering personalized attention to each student's learning needs.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 181 students, St Anthony of Padua Grade School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, St Anthony of Padua Grade School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Anthony of Padua Grade School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, DE

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
This School
vs
12.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
181
This School
vs
549
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.8% vs 0%
Black 12.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.6% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
St Anthony of Padua Grade School Wilmington Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Anthony of Padua Grade School (this school) 6.8
Lewis (William C.) Dual Language Elementary School 6.3
Johnson (Joseph E. Jr) Elementary School 5.3
The Bayard School 7.0
First State School
Warner Elementary School 6.6
Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts 7.2
Freire Charter School 6.0
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy 7.0
Douglass School 7.7
First State Montessori Academy 7.3
Kuumba Academy Charter School 5.6
The Bancroft School 6.1
Stubbs Early Education Center 4.6
Odyssey Charter School 5.3
Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School 6.2
Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School 4.6
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School 7.2
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School 4.7
East Side Charter School 7.1
Richardson Park Elementary School 6.1

Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Wilmington

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

Score Breakdown

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)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,246
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 39%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 181
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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 76.8%
Black 12.7%
Hispanic 6.6%
Two or More 2.8%
Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1715 W 9TH ST, Wilmington, DE 19805

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Anthony of Padua Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. URSULINE ACADEMY, LOWER (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is The Bayard School (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PADUA ACADEMY Wilmington 0.2 mi 6.2
URSULINE ACADEMY, LOWER Wilmington 0.5 mi 7.5
Johnson (Joseph E. Jr) Elementary School Wilmington 0.6 mi 5.3
ST ANN SCHOOL Wilmington 0.7 mi 5.7
Lewis (William C.) Dual Language Elementary School Wilmington 0.6 mi 6.3
NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF WILMINGTON Wilmington 0.7 mi 8.0
The Bayard School Wilmington 0.7 mi 7.0
ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Wilmington 1.1 mi 7.0
SERVIAM GIRLS ACADEMY Wilmington 0.9 mi 6.6
ST PETER CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Wilmington 1.0 mi 6.3
First State School Wilmington 0.9 mi
AUGUSTINE HILLS SCHOOL Wilmington 1.1 mi
Warner Elementary School Wilmington 1.0 mi 6.6
Douglass School Wilmington 1.2 mi 7.7
Charter School of Wilmington Wilmington 1.1 mi 7.5
Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts Wilmington 1.1 mi 7.2
URBAN PROMISE ACADEMY Wilmington 1.1 mi
Freire Charter School Wilmington 1.1 mi 6.0
duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School Greenville 1.3 mi 6.4
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy Wilmington 1.2 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,708

Median Home Value

$220,200

Median Rent

$1,203/mo

Population

40,315

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

35.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Anthony of Padua Grade School has a median household income of $56,708. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $220,200, with a median rent of $1,203/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS MILTON CAMPUS Milton, DE 6.8
ST ANNES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Middletown, DE 6.9
Gateway Charter School Wilmington, DE 7.0
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dagsboro, DE 7.1
ST EDMOND'S ACADEMY Wilmington, DE 7.1
Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center Townsend, DE 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Anthony of Padua Grade School

What grades does St Anthony of Padua Grade School serve?

St Anthony of Padua Grade School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Anthony of Padua Grade School?

St Anthony of Padua Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Anthony of Padua Grade School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Anthony of Padua Grade School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Anthony of Padua Grade School rank in DE?

St Anthony of Padua Grade School is ranked #24 out of 59 private schools in DE.

What is St Anthony of Padua Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Anthony of Padua Grade School has a composite rating of 6.8 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 St Anthony of Padua Grade School a private school?

Yes, St Anthony of Padua Grade School is a private coeducational 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 St Anthony of Padua Grade School a religious school?

St Anthony of Padua Grade School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,289/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Wilmington). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
181
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Small City
County
NEW CASTLE
Data Year
2022–2023

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