Serving 723 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Georgetown Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Georgetown Elementary School's student population of 723 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Georgetown Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Georgetown Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#139 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
73%
20%
Black
7%
31%
White
19%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
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 North Georgetown Elementary School's ranking?
North Georgetown Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are North Georgetown Elementary School often compared to?
North Georgetown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewes Elementary School, Georgetown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend North Georgetown Elementary School?
723 students attend North Georgetown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Georgetown Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Georgetown Elementary School?
North Georgetown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Georgetown Elementary School offer ?
North Georgetown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Georgetown Elementary School part of?
North Georgetown Elementary School is part of Indian River School District.
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