Average
#133 of 219 schools in DE
Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary
Elementary School · Colonial School District
4050 Wrangle Hill Road, Bear, DE 19701
Enrollment
1,063
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,063
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#133 of 219
In Bear
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 14
Colonial School District
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
Shortlisting around Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary
Elementary School in Bear · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Red Lion Christian Academy
1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Aquinas Academy
1.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary
Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Bear, DE, part of Colonial School District. Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary serves approximately 1,063 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #133 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- DE avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary — Students at Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 90 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary Compares
See how Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4050 Wrangle Hill Road, Bear, DE 19701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lorewood Grove Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Middletown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Keene (William B.) Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oberle (William) Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bear, see our Bear schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bear | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bear | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Bear | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Newark | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Bedford (Gunning) Middle School New Castle | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Oberle (William) Elementary School Bear | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Southern Elementary School New Castle | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CARAVEL ACADEMY Bear | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Lorewood Grove Elementary School Middletown | 3.6 mi | 8.7 |
| St. Georges Technical High School Middletown | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LEARNING EXPRESS ACADEMY Newark | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Newark | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Keene (William B.) Elementary School Newark | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| FAIRWINDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bear | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School Newark | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School Bear | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| TARBIYAH SCHOOL Newark | 5.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Academia Antonia Alonso Newark | 5.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center Middletown | 5.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School Middletown | 5.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,856
Median Home Value
$337,800
Median Rent
$1,732/mo
Population
44,801
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charter School of New Castle New Castle, DE | 6.1 |
| Academia Antonia Alonso Newark, DE | 6.2 |
| North Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown, DE | 6.3 |
| Brandywine Springs School Wilmington, DE | 5.5 |
| Providence Creek Academy Charter School Clayton, DE | 6.6 |
| Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown, DE | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary
What grades does Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary serve?
Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary?
Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,063 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary rank in DE?
Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary ranks #133 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wilbur (kathleen H.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,063
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (302) 832-6330
Resources & Links
District
Colonial School District- District Enrollment
- 8,778
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,018
- District Rank
- #3 of 14
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateGet school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.