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#46 of 59 private schools in DE
St Mary Magdalen School
Elementary School
9 SHARPLEY RD, Wilmington, DE 19803
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Delaware private schools
#46 of 59
In Wilmington
#18 of 21
public schools
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St Mary Magdalen School
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About St Mary Magdalen School
St Mary Magdalen School is a private elementary school in Wilmington, DE. St Mary Magdalen School serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Magdalen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 59 private schools in DE.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
St Mary Magdalen School 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 St Mary Magdalen School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, DE
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalen School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Springer Middle School | 6.6 |
| Lombardy Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Hanby Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School | 3.8 |
| duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School | 7.2 |
| Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Johnson (Joseph E. Jr) Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Warner Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Forwood Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Carrcroft Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy | 3.0 |
| First State School | — |
| Freire Charter School | 3.5 |
| Lewis (William C.) Dual Language Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School | 7.7 |
| East Side Charter School | 6.5 |
| Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School | 5.0 |
| Kuumba Academy Charter School | 6.2 |
| First State Montessori Academy | 7.9 |
| Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts | 7.8 |
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
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
9 SHARPLEY RD, Wilmington, DE 19803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Magdalen School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hanby Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBERT EINSTEIN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lombardy Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,941
Median Home Value
$436,200
Median Rent
$1,736/mo
Population
21,971
College Educated
61.2%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Castle Hills Elementary School New Castle, DE | 5.8 |
| ST JOHN THE BELOVED SCHOOL Wilmington, DE | 5.8 |
| Sussex Montessori School Seaford, DE | 5.8 |
| Warner Elementary School Wilmington, DE | 5.8 |
| Academy Of Dover Charter School Dover, DE | 5.9 |
| East Dover Elementary School Dover, DE | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Magdalen School
What grades does St Mary Magdalen School serve?
St Mary Magdalen School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Magdalen School?
St Mary Magdalen School has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Magdalen School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Magdalen School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Magdalen School rank in DE?
St Mary Magdalen School ranks #46 of 59 private schools in DE.
What is St Mary Magdalen School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Magdalen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary Magdalen School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Magdalen 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 Mary Magdalen School a religious school?
St Mary Magdalen School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 656-2745
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