For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 674 students in 19809, DE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 19809, DE is Mount Pleasant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 19809 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19809, DE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public elementary school average of 62% (majority Black).
Best 19809, DE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Duncan Road
Wilmington, DE 19809
(302) 762-7120
Wilmington, DE 19809
(302) 762-7120
Gr: K-12 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19809, DE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19809, DE include Mount Pleasant Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19809?
1 public elementary schools are located in 19809.
What is the racial composition of students in 19809?
19809 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Black).
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