Serving 194 students in grades 1-5, Star Hill 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Star Hill Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Star Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Hill Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#176 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
37%
30%
White
47%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Star Hill Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Star Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Star Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Star Hill Elementary School?
194 students attend Star Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Star Hill Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Star Hill Elementary School?
Star Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Star Hill Elementary School offer ?
Star Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Star Hill Elementary School part of?
Star Hill Elementary School is part of Caesar Rodney School District.
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