Serving 858 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Delmar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delmar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Delmar Elementary School's student population of 858 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Delmar Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delmar Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#554 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
16%
33%
White
58%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delmar Elementary School's ranking?
Delmar Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Delmar Elementary School often compared to?
Delmar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Run School, Willards Elementary School, North Salisbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Delmar Elementary School?
858 students attend Delmar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Delmar Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delmar Elementary School?
Delmar Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delmar Elementary School offer ?
Delmar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Delmar Elementary School part of?
Delmar Elementary School is part of Wicomico County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/6/2019
Delmar has always been a great school. It was over 40 years ago when I was a student there and still is today. My grandson is currently a student there. He is not only excelling in his classes, he''s learning respect and responsibility. Although learning respect and responsibility starts at home, it''s good to know the staff at Delmar carries through at school as well.
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