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Very Good

#9 of 59 private schools in DE

Top 14% of private schools

The Pilot School

School

208 WOODLAWN RD, Wilmington, DE 19803

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

112

Student-Teacher

5:1

Score

7.7

Grades

UG – UG

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Wilmington

#3 of 21

public schools

Delaware schools

#5 of 19

About The Pilot School

The Pilot School is a regular public school located on Woodlawn Road in Wilmington, Delaware. Serving an enrollment of 112 students across undergraduate levels, the school offers a personalized learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. With 23 full-time equivalent teachers, The Pilot School provides individualized attention to help each student thrive.

The school’s setting is unique, situated in a rural area near town, offering a quiet and nurturing atmosphere for its students. Although academic performance data isn't available, the MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 suggests there is room for improvement but also indicates that The Pilot School focuses on student development beyond test scores. The school’s location in a rural area near Wilmington provides a blend of natural beauty and community resources, creating a distinctive educational setting for its students.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 112 students, The Pilot 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.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, The Pilot School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, The Pilot 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 The Pilot School compares to 51 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, DE

Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
112
This School
vs
611
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.6% vs 0%
Black 7.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.9% vs 0%
Asian 0.9% vs 0%
The Pilot School Wilmington Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Pilot School (this school) 7.7
Springer Middle School 6.0
Hanby Elementary School 6.2
Bush (Charles W.) Pre-School 5.5
Concord High School 8.5
Brandywine High School 8.6
Lombardy Elementary School 5.8
Forwood Elementary School 5.2
Lancashire Elementary School 6.5
Carrcroft Elementary School 8.2
duPont (Alexis I.) High School 5.9
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School 7.2
Johnson (Joseph E. Jr) Elementary School 5.3
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School 4.7
Mount Pleasant High School 7.6
Warner Elementary School 6.6
Talley Middle School 6.2
Mount Pleasant Elementary School 7.0
Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy 7.0
First State School
Odyssey Charter School 5.3

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

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)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,197
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 24%
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 112
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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 86.6%
Black 7.1%
Two or More 4.5%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.9%

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. Brandywine High School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Concord High School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ALBERT EINSTEIN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 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 6.0
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 5.5
Hanby Elementary School Wilmington 1.6 mi 6.2
Concord High School Wilmington 1.8 mi 8.5
CONCORD PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE Wilmington 2.3 mi
Brandywine High School Wilmington 2.2 mi 8.6
Lombardy Elementary School Wilmington 2.6 mi 5.8
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 5.2
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 5.3
duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School Greenville 3.8 mi 6.4
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding The Pilot School has a median household income of $133,941. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $436,200, with a median rent of $1,736/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 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
Douglass School Wilmington, DE 7.7
Leach (John G.) School New Castle, DE 7.6
FAIRWINDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bear, DE 7.5
CENTERVILLE LAYTON SCHOOL Wilmington, DE 7.1
CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington, DE 8.6
Delaware School for the Deaf Newark, DE 6.8

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 is ranked #9 out of 59 private schools in DE.

What is The Pilot School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Pilot School has a composite rating of 7.7 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 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 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
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
Data Year
2022–2023

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