Richardson Park Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 53%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Total Students (18-19)
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
53%
Asian
(18-19)4%
4%
Hispanic
(18-19)16%
18%
Black
(18-19)14%
30%
White
(18-19)62%
44%
Two or more races
(18-19)4%
4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (18-19)
80%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Richardson Park Learning Center often compared to?
Richardson Park Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Leach (John G.) School, Brennen School, Bush (Charles W.) Pre-school by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% DE state average).
How many students attend Richardson Park Learning Center?
298 students attend Richardson Park Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Richardson Park Learning Center students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is Richardson Park Learning Center part of?
Richardson Park Learning Center is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
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