Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carrcroft Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carrcroft Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Carrcroft Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrcroft Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#77 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
39%
31%
White
44%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrcroft Elementary School's ranking?
Carrcroft Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Carrcroft Elementary School often compared to?
Carrcroft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Pleasant Elementary School, Hanby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Carrcroft Elementary School?
475 students attend Carrcroft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Carrcroft Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrcroft Elementary School?
Carrcroft Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carrcroft Elementary School offer ?
Carrcroft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrcroft Elementary School part of?
Carrcroft Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Calendar
View the Carrcroft Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School PK-11 (Grades 6-11 Half Day - Final Exams Make-Up ONLY) 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Last Day of School SITE Interns
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL (Grades 1-6, 9, 12)
August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)
PK-12 SCHOOLS CLOSED (Offices Open)
September 04, 2026 (Friday)
PK FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)
PK-12 SCHOOLS CLOSED (Offices Open) - Prof. Dev./State Primary Election
September 15, 2026 (Tuesday)
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