Townsend Early Childhood Center serves 192 students in grades Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Townsend Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Townsend Early Childhood Center's student population of 192 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Motto
Where Young Minds Flourish with Respect, Kindness, and Inclusivity!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Townsend Early Childhood Center is 0.67, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
29%
31%
White
48%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
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 schools are Townsend Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Townsend Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center, Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Townsend Early Childhood Center?
192 students attend Townsend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Townsend Early Childhood Center students are White, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Townsend Early Childhood Center?
Townsend Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Townsend Early Childhood Center offer ?
Townsend Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Townsend Early Childhood Center part of?
Townsend Early Childhood Center is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools closed / offices open
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Schools / offices closed - Spring Break
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
Schools closed / offices open
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
Last day Grade K-11
June 12, 2026 (Friday)
Schools closed / offices open
August 28, 2026 (Friday)
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