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Carrcroft Elementary School

Summary:

Carrcroft Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wilmington, Delaware, serving 477 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. The school is part of the Brandywine School District, which is ranked 9th out of 32 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.

While Carrcroft Elementary has consistently ranked in the middle to lower range of Delaware elementary schools, typically between the 40th and 60th percentile, its performance is generally lower than nearby Hanby Elementary, Claymont Elementary, and Lancashire Elementary, which consistently rank in the top 30-40% of the state. Carrcroft's performance is also significantly higher than the nearby charter schools, East Side Charter and Edison (Thomas A.) Charter, which rank in the bottom 10% of Delaware elementary schools.

Carrcroft Elementary faces several challenges, including lower-than-average proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, as well as a significant achievement gap between White and African American students, and between low-income and higher-income students. The school's chronic absenteeism rate has also risen significantly, from around 11% in 2017-2018 to 30% in 2021-2022, which is well above the state average. Addressing these issues will require a comprehensive review of the school's educational practices, targeted interventions for underperforming student groups, and strategies to improve student attendance and engagement.


Detail:

Public K-5

 503 Crest Road
       Wilmington, DE  19803-4321

(302) 762-7165

District: Brandywine School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
58th of 106 Delaware Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,601 Help


Students who attend Carrcroft Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Springer Middle School
High:    Mount Pleasant High School

Student/teacher ratio:  13.2 Help
Number of students:  476

Racial breakdown:

White:
44.3%
African American:
40.3%
Two or more races:
6.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  40.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Carrcroft Elementary School ranks worse than 54.7% of elementary schools in Delaware. It also ranks 7th among 9 ranked elementary schools in the Brandywine School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 42.58. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (44.3%), African American (40.3%), two or more races (6.5%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Carrcroft Elementary School is 13.2. 6 elementary schools in the Brandywine School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Carrcroft Elementary School is $16,601. 6 elementary schools in the Brandywine School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Carrcroft Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Carrcroft Elementary School 58th of 106 Delaware public elementary schools. (See Carrcroft Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Brandywine School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Brandywine School District 9th of 32 Delaware school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Carrcroft Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Carrcroft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2011 38.25 63rd 91 30.8%
2012 40.88 61st 90 32.2%
2013 37.73 62nd 91 31.9%
2015 46.30 58th 108 46.3%
2016 46.60 43rd 86 50.0%
2017 44.02 51st 86 40.7%
2018 32.66 58th 85 31.8%
2019 30.59 75th 105 28.6%
2021 35.04 58th 95 38.9%
2022 50.40 46th 104 55.8%
2023 45.87 54th 103 47.6%
2024 42.58 58th 106 45.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Carrcroft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 18.77 79th 92 14.1%
2022 32.76 46th 62 25.8%
2023 26.17 51st 66 22.7%
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Rank History for Female students at Carrcroft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 40.78 63rd 99 36.4%
2021 21.65 56th 67 16.4%
2022 32.20 67th 90 25.6%
2023 32.52 63rd 89 29.2%
2024 30.18 67th 97 30.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Carrcroft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 18.38 82nd 99 17.2%
2021 40.31 38th 67 43.3%
2022 54.05 37th 90 58.9%
2023 43.13 50th 89 43.8%
2024 39.64 54th 97 44.3%
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Rank History for African American students at Carrcroft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 30.89 52nd 72 27.8%
2022 27.10 49th 60 18.3%
2023 23.61 50th 60 16.7%
2024 25.29 52nd 62 16.1%
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Rank History for White students at Carrcroft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 54.37 43rd 82 47.6%
2021 45.69 34th 65 47.7%
2022 74.04 15th 75 80.0%
2023 71.04 18th 70 74.3%
2024 67.24 25th 73 65.8%
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Data source: test scores: Delaware Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Delaware Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Carrcroft Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 313 112 2 3 0 n/a n/a 0 430
1989 268 83 3 3 0 n/a n/a 0 357
1990 294 103 5 6 n/a n/a n/a 0 408
1991 270 96 4 7 0 n/a n/a 0 377
1992 281 106 7 8 0 n/a n/a 0 402
1993 246 91 9 4 0 n/a n/a 0 350
1994 216 121 9 6 0 n/a n/a 0 352
1995 179 108 8 6 0 n/a n/a 0 301
1996 179 108 8 6 0 n/a n/a 0 301
1997 184 122 6 5 0 n/a n/a 0 317
1998 252 133 4 3 0 n/a n/a 0 392
1999 260 148 4 4 0 n/a n/a 0 416
2000 257 143 5 4 0 n/a n/a 0 409
2001 235 138 12 4 0 n/a n/a 0 389
2002 218 124 16 9 0 n/a n/a 0 367
2003 218 124 16 9 0 n/a n/a 0 367
2004 221 123 13 7 0 n/a n/a 0 364
2005 247 143 11 10 0 n/a n/a 0 411
2006 247 161 13 18 0 n/a n/a 0 439
2007 230 148 14 12 1 n/a n/a 0 405
2008 206 135 18 13 1 n/a n/a 0 373
2009 182 123 15 15 1 n/a n/a 0 336
2010 231 213 20 11 1 n/a n/a 0 476
2011 235 213 16 17 1 0 6 0 488
2012 243 206 17 17 1 0 9 0 493
2013 249 201 15 21 2 0 4 0 492
2014 245 214 17 19 1 0 5 0 501
2015 232 233 13 15 3 0 5 0 501
2016 234 247 13 15 3 0 6 0 518
2017 218 238 15 17 4 1 7 0 500
2018 209 247 8 28 5 0 13 0 510
2019 224 229 13 32 4 0 15 0 517
2020 211 211 7 33 4 1 16 0 483
2021 196 191 10 28 1 2 16 0 444
2022 198 188 8 28 3 1 19 0 445
2023 209 205 10 21 4 1 27 0 477
2024 211 192 9 29 3 1 31 0 476

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Carrcroft Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 430 23.0 18.6 19.8
1989 357 21.5 16.6 20.2
1990 408 21.5 18.9 20.6
1991 377 25.5 14.7 21.8
1992 402 25.5 15.7 21.9
1993 350 22.0 15.9 24
1994 352 22.7 15.5 29
1995 301 21.0 14.3 32.2
1996 301 21.0 14.3 32.2
1997 317 21.5 14.7 33.4
1998 392 23.5 16.7 29.3
1999 416 21.0 19.8 25.7
2000 409 23.2 17.6 26.2
2001 389 22.1 17.6 31.4
2002 367 22.0 16.7 29.7
2003 367 22.0 16.7 29.7
2004 364 20.0 18.2 28.3
2005 411 24.0 17.1 26.3
2006 439 24.9 17.6 32.1
2007 405 23.8 17.0 33.1
2008 373 24.0 15.5 35.7
2009 336 19.5 17.2 33.3
2010 476 30.0 15.8 42.2
2011 488 31.0 15.7 44.7
2012 493 33.0 14.9 47.5
2013 492 33.0 14.9 44.9
2014 501 33.0 15.1 36.1
2015 501 33.0 15.1 40.3
2016 518 32.0 16.1 40.5
2017 500 32.0 15.6 n/a
2018 510 32.0 15.9 n/a
2019 517 34.0 15.2 n/a
2020 483 34.0 14.2 n/a
2021 444 33.0 13.4 n/a
2022 445 33.0 13.4 n/a
2023 477 36.0 13.2 n/a
2024 476 36.0 13.2 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Carrcroft Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 430 23.0 18.6 19.8
1989 357 21.5 16.6 20.2
1990 408 21.5 18.9 20.6
1991 377 25.5 14.7 21.8
1992 402 25.5 15.7 21.9
1993 350 22.0 15.9 24
1994 352 22.7 15.5 29
1995 301 21.0 14.3 32.2
1996 301 21.0 14.3 32.2
1997 317 21.5 14.7 33.4
1998 392 23.5 16.7 29.3
1999 416 21.0 19.8 25.7
2000 409 23.2 17.6 26.2
2001 389 22.1 17.6 31.4
2002 367 22.0 16.7 29.7
2003 367 22.0 16.7 29.7
2004 364 20.0 18.2 28.3
2005 411 24.0 17.1 26.3
2006 439 24.9 17.6 32.1
2007 405 23.8 17.0 33.1
2008 373 24.0 15.5 35.7
2009 336 19.5 17.2 33.3
2010 476 30.0 15.8 42.2
2011 488 31.0 15.7 44.7
2012 493 33.0 14.9 47.5
2013 492 33.0 14.9 44.9
2014 501 33.0 15.1 36.1
2015 501 33.0 15.1 40.3
2016 518 32.0 16.1 40.5
2017 500 32.0 15.6 n/a
2018 510 32.0 15.9 n/a
2019 517 34.0 15.2 n/a
2020 483 34.0 14.2 n/a
2021 444 33.0 13.4 n/a
2022 445 33.0 13.4 n/a
2023 477 36.0 13.2 n/a
2024 476 36.0 13.2 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Carrcroft Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,415 (8.5%) $18,981 (114.3%) $16,601

Data source: Delaware Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Carrcroft Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 75th of 105 Elementary schoolsRanks 54th of 103 Elementary schools
 19%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Carrcroft Elementary School)21.930
 8.1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Brandywine School District)45.738.6
 7.1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Delaware)50.538.4
 12.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Carrcroft Elementary School)30.142.9
 12.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Brandywine School District)46.945.7
 1.2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Delaware)5342.2
 10.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Carrcroft Elementary School)5129.3
 21.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Brandywine School District)53.938
 15.9%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Delaware)53.539.9
 13.6%
4th Grade Mathematics (Carrcroft Elementary School)44.436.8
 7.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Brandywine School District)52.340
 12.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Delaware)50.839.1
 11.7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Carrcroft Elementary School)51.744.2
 7.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Brandywine School District)57.946.1
 11.8%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Delaware)56.944.1
 12.8%
5th Grade Mathematics (Carrcroft Elementary School)34.831
 3.8%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Brandywine School District)47.138.9
 8.3%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Delaware)44.432.3
 12.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students517477
 7.7%
African American229205
 10.5%
American Indian44
Asian1310
 23.1%
Hispanic3221
 34.4%
Pacific Islander01
White224209
 6.7%
Two or More Races1527
 80%

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In the 2023-24 school year, 476 students attended Carrcroft Elementary School.

Students at Carrcroft Elementary School are 44% White, 40% African American, 7% Two or more races, 6% Hispanic, 2% Asian.

Students who attend Carrcroft Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Springer Middle School
High : Mount Pleasant High School

Carrcroft Elementary School ranks 58th of 106 Delaware elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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