Serving 882 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Delmar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delmar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Delmar Elementary School's student population of 882 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
Delmar Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delmar Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#460 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
19%
33%
White
55%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delmar Elementary School's ranking?
Delmar Elementary School is ranked #460 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Delmar Elementary School often compared to?
Delmar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willards Elementary School, Beaver Run School, North Salisbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Delmar Elementary School?
882 students attend Delmar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Delmar Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delmar Elementary School?
Delmar Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delmar Elementary School offer ?
Delmar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Delmar Elementary School part of?
Delmar Elementary School is part of Wicomico County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/6/2019
Delmar has always been a great school. It was over 40 years ago when I was a student there and still is today. My grandson is currently a student there. He is not only excelling in his classes, he''s learning respect and responsibility. Although learning respect and responsibility starts at home, it''s good to know the staff at Delmar carries through at school as well.
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