Very Good
#9 of 59 private schools in DE
Top 14% of private schools
The Pilot School
School
208 WOODLAWN RD, Wilmington, DE 19803
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Delaware private schools
#9 of 59
In Wilmington
#3 of 21
public schools
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The Pilot School
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About The Pilot School
The Pilot School is a private school in Wilmington, DE. The Pilot School serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Pilot School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 59 private schools in DE.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- DE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, The Pilot School 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 5:1 students to teachers, The Pilot School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Pilot 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 The Pilot School compares to 51 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, DE
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Pilot School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Springer Middle School | 6.6 |
| Hanby Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School | 3.8 |
| Concord High School | 7.5 |
| Brandywine High School | 7.1 |
| Lombardy Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Forwood Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Lancashire Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Carrcroft Elementary School | 8.0 |
| duPont (Alexis I.) High School | 4.1 |
| duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School | 7.2 |
| Johnson (Joseph E. Jr) Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Mount Pleasant High School | 7.1 |
| Warner Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Talley Middle School | 8.0 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy | 3.0 |
| First State School | — |
| Odyssey Charter School | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 51 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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
208 WOODLAWN RD, Wilmington, DE 19803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Pilot School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hanby Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Forwood Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Concord High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALBERT EINSTEIN ACADEMY Wilmington | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BRANDYWINE VALLEY CHRISTIAN PRESCH Wilmington | 0.9 mi | — |
| Springer Middle School Wilmington | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Wilmington | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI Wilmington | 1.6 mi | — |
| Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School Wilmington | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Hanby Elementary School Wilmington | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Concord High School Wilmington | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| CONCORD PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE Wilmington | 2.3 mi | — |
| Brandywine High School Wilmington | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Lombardy Elementary School Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ASTRA ZENECA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Wilmington | 2.9 mi | — |
| ST CORNELIUS SCHOOL Chadds Ford | 3.2 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Forwood Elementary School Wilmington | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| AUGUSTINE HILLS SCHOOL Wilmington | 3.9 mi | — |
| ST ANN SCHOOL Wilmington | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Johnson (Joseph E. Jr) Elementary School Wilmington | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School Greenville | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School Wilmington | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood 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 |
|---|---|
| FAIRWINDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bear, DE | 7.5 |
| CENTERVILLE LAYTON SCHOOL Wilmington, DE | 7.1 |
| CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington, DE | 8.6 |
| Douglass School Wilmington, DE | 6.6 |
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Bear, DE | 6.5 |
| HARVEST CHRISTAIN ACADEMY, WILMINGTON New Castle, DE | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Pilot School
What grades does The Pilot School serve?
The Pilot School serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend The Pilot School?
The Pilot School has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Pilot School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Pilot School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Pilot School rank in DE?
The Pilot School ranks #9 of 59 private schools in DE.
What is The Pilot School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Pilot School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Pilot School a private school?
Yes, The Pilot School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Pilot School a religious school?
No, The Pilot School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 112
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 478-1740
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