Very Good
#44 of 219 schools in DE
Top 20% in state
The Colwyck Center
School · Colonial School District
12 Landers Lane, New Castle, DE 19720
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#44 of 219
In New Castle
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#1 of 14
Colonial School District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About The Colwyck Center
The Colwyck Center is a public school in New Castle, DE, part of Colonial School District. The Colwyck Center serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Colwyck Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for The Colwyck Center show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- DE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, The Colwyck Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9:1 students to teachers, The Colwyck Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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The Colwyck Center — Students at The Colwyck Center score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2011-12)
Based on 8 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How The Colwyck Center Compares
See how The Colwyck Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12 Landers Lane, New Castle, DE 19720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Colwyck Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. HARVEST CHRISTAIN ACADEMY, WILMINGTON (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Conrad Schools of Science (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,985
Median Home Value
$242,600
Median Rent
$1,282/mo
Population
60,593
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
39.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Colwyck Center
What grades does The Colwyck Center serve?
The Colwyck Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend The Colwyck Center?
The Colwyck Center has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Colwyck Center?
The student-teacher ratio at The Colwyck Center is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Colwyck Center rank in DE?
The Colwyck Center ranks #44 of 219 schools in DE.
What is The Colwyck Center's MySchoolScout rating?
The Colwyck Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 The Colwyck Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Colwyck Center has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
Is The Colwyck Center a charter school?
No, The Colwyck Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Colwyck Center a Title I school?
No, The Colwyck Center 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
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.0%
- Phone
- (302) 429-4085
Resources & Links
District
Colonial School District- District Enrollment
- 8,778
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,018
- District Rank
- #1 of 14
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