For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,822 students in 19963, DE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19963, DE are Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School, Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School and Mispillion Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19963 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19963, DE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary school average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 19963, DE Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 Lovers Lane
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 422-1640
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 422-1640
Gr: 1-5 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
449 North Street
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 422-1630
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 422-1630
Gr: 1-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Mispillion Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
311 Lovers Lane
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 424-5800
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 424-5800
Gr: 1-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Milford Central Academy
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1021 N Walnut Street
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 430-7900
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 430-7900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,058 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
19963, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
612 Lakeview Ave
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 422-1620
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 422-1620
Gr: 5-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
909 North Church St
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 424-8134
Milford, DE 19963
(302) 424-8134
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19963, DE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19963, DE include Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School, Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School and Mispillion Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19963?
4 public elementary schools are located in 19963.
What is the racial composition of students in 19963?
19963 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Black).
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