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Downie (Carrie) Elementary School

1201 Delaware Street, New Castle, DE 19720, United States
+1 (302) 323-2926
http://www.colonialschooldistrict.org/carriedownie
1.5
Overall Rating

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Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Overview

About This School

Downie (Carrie) Elementary School is a public elementary in New Castle, Delaware, serving 324 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 8% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 25 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $101,000. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 54% male and 46% female. The demographic breakdown includes 38% Black, 29% Hispanic, 25% White, 6% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

324
Total Students
K-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
25 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts22%
Mathematics7.5%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
New Castle County
Students per Counselor
324:1

Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

22%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 28%State Avg: 40%
7.5%
Mathematics
City Avg: 16%State Avg: 29%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.3:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
324
Students per Counselor

Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
25

Average Teacher Salary

$101,000
City Avg: $97,795
State Avg: $96,238

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor324:1

Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.7%
Male
46.3%
Female
Total Enrollment: 324 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White25.31%
Hispanic29.01%
Asian0.93%
Black37.65%
Two or More Races6.17%
Native American0.31%

Downie (Carrie) Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Downie (Carrie) Elementary School

Q: What is Downie (Carrie) Elementary School?

A: Downie (Carrie) Elementary School is a elementary public located in New Castle.

Q: How many students attend Downie (Carrie) Elementary School?

A: Downie (Carrie) Elementary School has approximately 324 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Downie (Carrie) Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Downie (Carrie) Elementary School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Downie (Carrie) Elementary School

Downie (Carrie) Elementary School is a public elementary in New Castle, Delaware, serving 324 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 8% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 25 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $101,000. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 54% male and 46% female. The demographic breakdown includes 38% Black, 29% Hispanic, 25% White, 6% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Downie (Carrie) Elementary School - New Castle, DE

Quick Facts about Downie (Carrie) Elementary School
School NameDownie (Carrie) Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location1201 Delaware Street, New Castle, DE 19720, New Castle, DE
CountyNew Castle County
Phone+1 (302) 323-2926
Total Students324
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers25
Rating1.5/10
ELA Proficiency22%
Math Proficiency7.5%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Downie (Carrie) Elementary School

What is Downie (Carrie) Elementary School?

Downie (Carrie) Elementary School is a elementary public located in New Castle.

How many students attend Downie (Carrie) Elementary School?

Downie (Carrie) Elementary School has approximately 324 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Downie (Carrie) Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Downie (Carrie) Elementary School is 12:1.

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