Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
81%
30%
White
8%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School's ranking?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School often compared to?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charter School Of New Castle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School?
340 students attend Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School offer ?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School part of?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
In what neighborhood is Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School located?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is located in the Northwest Wilmington neighborhood of Wilmington, DE. There are 1 other public schools located in Northwest Wilmington.
School Calendar
View the Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed / Offices Closed (Memorial Day)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
PreK-5th Grade Last Day
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (PreK-8 Professional Responsibilities, 9-12 Prof. Development)
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (PreK - 12 Professional Development)
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (PreK - 12 Professional Development)
June 12, 2024 (Wednesday)
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