For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 566 students in 19970, DE.
The top ranked public school in 19970, DE is Lord Baltimore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 19970 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Delaware public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 19970, DE have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Delaware public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Delaware public school average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 19970, DE Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
120 Atlantic Avenue
Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 537-2700
Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 537-2700
Gr: K-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 19970, DE?
The top ranked public schools in 19970, DE include Lord Baltimore Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 19970?
1 public schools are located in 19970.
What is the racial composition of students in 19970?
19970 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Delaware public schools average of 61% (majority Black).
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