Townsend Early Childhood Center serves 176 students in grades Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- 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 176 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 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 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
29%
31%
White
42%
38%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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
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?
176 students attend Townsend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Townsend Early Childhood Center students are White, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
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 15:1.
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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Date
Schools closed / offices open
August 28, 2026 (Friday)
First day of school: KN-last name A-L
August 31, 2026 (Monday)
First day of school: KN-last name M-Z
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
September 04, 2026 (Friday)
Schools Closed/Offices Open
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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