Summary:
The Colonial School District in Delaware is home to 9 elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. While the district as a whole is ranked 26th out of 32 in the state and rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, a few standout schools within the district demonstrate the potential for academic excellence.
The largest school in the district, Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary, ranks 60th out of 103 Delaware elementary schools and boasts the highest test scores in the district, outperforming both the district and state averages across multiple subjects and grade levels. Another high-performing school, Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School, has shown consistent improvement in its statewide ranking and strong 5th-grade English Language Arts scores. Wilmington Manor Elementary School also stands out, ranking 76th out of 109 Delaware elementary schools and demonstrating strong math performance.
However, the district as a whole faces significant challenges, including a consistently high chronic absenteeism rate of 20.4% across all schools, which likely contributes to the overall low academic performance. While per-student spending varies widely, from $13,044 to $21,301, there is no clear correlation between spending and test scores. The district's low statewide ranking suggests a need for systemic improvements to raise the quality of education across all schools, but the progress shown by some schools provides a model for others to emulate.
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