Serving 568 students in grades 1-5, Mispillion 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 23% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mispillion Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Mispillion Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mispillion Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#129 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
29%
31%
White
41%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Terrapins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mispillion Elementary School's ranking?
Mispillion Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Mispillion Elementary School?
568 students attend Mispillion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mispillion Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mispillion Elementary School?
Mispillion Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mispillion Elementary School offer ?
Mispillion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mispillion Elementary School part of?
Mispillion Elementary School is part of Milford School District.
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