Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carrcroft Elementary School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carrcroft Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Carrcroft Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrcroft Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#74 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
40%
31%
White
44%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrcroft Elementary School's ranking?
Carrcroft Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Carrcroft Elementary School often compared to?
Carrcroft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Pleasant Elementary School, Hanby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Carrcroft Elementary School?
476 students attend Carrcroft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Carrcroft Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrcroft Elementary School?
Carrcroft Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carrcroft Elementary School offer ?
Carrcroft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrcroft Elementary School part of?
Carrcroft Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School PK-11 (Grades 6-11 Half Day - Final Exams Make-Up ONLY)
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School SITE Interns
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL (Grades 1-6, 9, 12)
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
PK-12 SCHOOLS CLOSED (Offices Open) - Rosh Hashanah
September 23, 2025 (Tuesday)
PK-12 SCHOOLS CLOSED (Offices Open) - Yom Kippur
October 02, 2025 (Thursday)
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