Excellent
#7 of 219 schools in DE
Top 3% in state
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary
Elementary School · Red Clay Consolidated School District
2025 Graves Road, Hockessin, DE 19707
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#7 of 219
In Hockessin
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 26
Red Clay Consolidated School District
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary is a public elementary school in Hockessin, DE, part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary serves approximately 615 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio.
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- DE avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary — Students at William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 72 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.0/10.
How William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary Compares
See how William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2025 Graves Road, Hockessin, DE 19707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marbrook Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Star Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Linden Hill Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hockessin, see our Hockessin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McKean (Thomas) High School Wilmington | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| THE HOCKESSIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hockessin | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Brandywine Springs School Wilmington | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOHN THE BELOVED SCHOOL Wilmington | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LIMESTONE HILLS DAY SCHOOL Wilmington | 2.0 mi | — |
| Dickinson (John) School Wilmington | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| duPont (H.B.) Middle School Hockessin | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Linden Hill Elementary School Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School Wilmington | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| North Star Elementary School Hockessin | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Skyline Middle School Wilmington | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Gateway Charter School Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Heritage Elementary School Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| DEVELOPING MINDS PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Wilmington | 3.4 mi | — |
| THE INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL Newark | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Marbrook Elementary School Wilmington | 2.9 mi | 9.3 |
| CACC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hockessin | 2.7 mi | — |
| ST MARK'S HIGH SCHOOL Wilmington | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| THE TATNALL SCHOOL Wilmington | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| DESTINY CALLING ACADEMY Wilmington | 3.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$172,161
Median Home Value
$534,300
Median Rent
$2,230/mo
Population
17,366
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
86.3%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hanby Elementary School Wilmington, DE | 8.9 |
| Cedar Lane Elementary School Middletown, DE | 8.8 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary School Seaford, DE | 9.0 |
| H. O. Brittingham Elementary School Milton, DE | 9.0 |
| North Star Elementary School Hockessin, DE | 8.8 |
| Lorewood Grove Elementary School Middletown, DE | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary
What grades does William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary serve?
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary?
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 615 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William F. Cooke Jr. 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 William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary rank in DE?
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary ranks #7 of 219 schools in DE.
What is William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary a charter school?
No, William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary a Title I school?
No, William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 615
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (302) 235-6600
Resources & Links
District
Red Clay Consolidated School District- District Enrollment
- 14,546
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,094
- District Rank
- #2 of 26
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