Serving 524 students in grades 1-9, The Bancroft 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 2% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-9
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Bancroft School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
The Bancroft School's student population of 524 students has grown by 113% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-9
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Bancroft 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 The Bancroft School is 0.26, 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
#201 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
86%
31%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bancroft School's ranking?
The Bancroft School is ranked #201 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are The Bancroft School often compared to?
The Bancroft Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Bayard School, Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend The Bancroft School?
524 students attend The Bancroft School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of The Bancroft School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Bancroft School?
The Bancroft School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Bancroft School offer ?
The Bancroft School offers enrollment in grades 1-9
What school district is The Bancroft School part of?
The Bancroft School is part of Christina School District.
In what neighborhood is The Bancroft School located?
The Bancroft School is located in the Compton Village neighborhood of Wilmington, DE. There are 1 other public schools located in Compton Village.
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