Serving 913 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Claymont Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claymont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Claymont Elementary School's student population of 913 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Claymont Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claymont Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#27 out of 199 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
33%
31%
White
33%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Claymont Elementary School's ranking?
Claymont Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Claymont Elementary School often compared to?
Claymont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Pleasant Elementary School, Lancashire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Claymont Elementary School?
913 students attend Claymont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Claymont Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claymont Elementary School?
Claymont Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claymont Elementary School offer ?
Claymont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claymont Elementary School part of?
Claymont Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Reviews
4 2/25/2017
I am a sustitute teacher and Claymont is.one of my top choices.
2 6/9/2015
Teachers are extremely biased. They will automatically blame boys for something. They also ignore the constant swearing and violence in the hallways. They grab kids by shirts and even swear. One employee said "2 divided by 1 in one half." This is what they're teaching us?! Overall, not a great school.
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