Serving 817 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Georgetown Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgetown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
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School Overview
Georgetown Elementary School's student population of 817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Georgetown 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 Georgetown Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#108 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
55%
20%
Black
13%
31%
White
28%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgetown Elementary School's ranking?
Georgetown Elementary School is ranked #108 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Georgetown Elementary School?
817 students attend Georgetown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Georgetown Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgetown Elementary School?
Georgetown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown Elementary School offer ?
Georgetown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Georgetown Elementary School part of?
Georgetown Elementary School is part of Indian River School District.
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