Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harlan (David W. ) 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 10% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
343 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
42%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
8%
20%
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Black
78%
31%
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White
8%
39%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
33%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School's ranking?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School often compared to?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charter School Of New Castle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School?
343 students attend Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School offer ?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School part of?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
In what neighborhood is Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School located?
Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School is located in the Northwest Wilmington neighborhood of Wilmington, DE. There are 1 other public schools located in Northwest Wilmington.
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