For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 554 students in 19977, DE.
The top ranked public preschool in 19977, DE is North Smyrna Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 19977 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Delaware public pre school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 22% statewide average). Pre schools in 19977, DE have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Delaware public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Delaware public preschool average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 19977, DE Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Smyrna Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
365 North Main Street
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8589
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8589
Gr: PK-3 | 554 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
19977, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Delaware Correctional Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1181 Paddock Rd
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-9261
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-9261
Gr: Inquire with school
101 South Locust Street
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8580
Smyrna, DE 19977
(302) 653-8580
Gr: PK-K | 84 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 19977, DE?
The top ranked public preschools in 19977, DE include North Smyrna Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 19977?
1 public preschools are located in 19977.
What is the racial composition of students in 19977?
19977 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Delaware public preschools average of 56% (majority Black).
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