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Delaware Elem.

Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII

1505 S DELAWARE, Springfield, MO 65804

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,177 of 2,221

In Springfield

#39 of 58

public schools

In district

#38 of 53

SPRINGFIELD R-XII

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Delaware Elem.

6.3/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Delaware Elem.

Delaware Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Delaware Elem. serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Delaware Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,177 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Delaware Elem. show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-13.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461

Delaware Elem. — Students at Delaware Elem. score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
30.7%
ELA
36.3%
2025
Math
33.9%
ELA
31.7%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Delaware Elem. Compares

See how Delaware Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in MO
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1505 S DELAWARE, Springfield, MO 65804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Delaware Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PERSHING ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BINGHAM ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUNSHINE ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
DISCOVERY GARDEN MONTESSORI Springfield 0.5 mi
ROUNTREE ELEM. Springfield 0.7 mi 6.9
GREENWOOD LABORATORY SCHOOL Springfield 1.2 mi 6.0
BINGHAM ELEM. Springfield 1.4 mi 8.7
SUNSHINE ELEM. Springfield 1.2 mi 7.7
DATEMA HOUSE Springfield 1.4 mi
JARRETT MIDDLE Springfield 1.4 mi 7.4
HOLLAND ELEM. Springfield 1.5 mi 5.5
SPRINGFIELD SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Springfield 1.5 mi
GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Springfield 1.6 mi 5.9
FIELD ELEM. Springfield 1.8 mi 6.9
KINGSWOOD PROGRAMS Springfield 1.7 mi
PERSHING ELEM. Springfield 1.6 mi 9.1
PERSHING MIDDLE Springfield 1.6 mi 6.9
ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield 1.7 mi 5.9
MOCAP Attendance Center Springfield 1.9 mi 6.9
PARKVIEW HIGH Springfield 1.6 mi 6.5
DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING CENTER Springfield 2.0 mi
COWDEN ELEM. Springfield 2.0 mi 6.8
MOCA-S Springfield 2.0 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,288

Median Home Value

$227,000

Median Rent

$898/mo

Population

40,271

College Educated

41.8%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BOWERMAN ELEM. Springfield, MO 6.3
CHILLICOTHE ELEM Chillicothe, MO 6.3
CROSSROADS - CENTRAL STREET Kansas City, MO 6.3
DANIEL WEBSTER ELEM. Marshfield, MO 6.3
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 6.3
GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton, MO 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Delaware Elem.

What grades does Delaware Elem. serve?

Delaware Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Delaware Elem.?

Delaware Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Delaware Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Delaware Elem. is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Delaware Elem. rank in MO?

Delaware Elem. ranks #1,177 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Delaware Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Delaware Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Delaware Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Delaware Elem. has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Delaware Elem. a charter school?

No, Delaware Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Delaware Elem. a Title I school?

No, Delaware Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delaware Elem.?

68.2% of students at Delaware Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Greene County

District

SPRINGFIELD R-XII
District Enrollment
24,267
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,461
District Rank
#38 of 53

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