Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Delaware Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana 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 Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delaware Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Delaware Elementary School's student population of 379 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence
School Rankings
Delaware Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delaware Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1451 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
21%
14%
White
49%
62%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delaware Elementary School's ranking?
Delaware Elementary School is ranked #1451 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Delaware Elementary School?
379 students attend Delaware Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Delaware Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delaware Elementary School?
Delaware Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Delaware Elementary School offer ?
Delaware Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delaware Elementary School part of?
Delaware Elementary School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Delaware Elementary School located?
Delaware Elementary School is located in the Jacobsville neighborhood of Evansville, IN.
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