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Southern Elementary School

795 Cox Neck Road, New Castle, DE 19720, United States
+1 (302) 832-6300
http://www.colonialschooldistrict.org/southern
2.5
Overall Rating

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Southern Elementary School Overview

About This School

Southern Elementary School is a public elementary in New Castle, Delaware, serving 729 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 27% proficiency in ELA and 23% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 57 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $101,000. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 364 students per counselor. Students at Southern Elementary School are 61% male and 39% female. The student body is composed of 50% Black, 34% White, 9% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

729
Total Students
K-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
57 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts27%
Mathematics23%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
New Castle County
Students per Counselor
364:1

Southern Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

27%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 28%State Avg: 40%
23%
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
364
Students per Counselor

Southern Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
57

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 Counselor364:1

Southern Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

60.63%
Male
39.37%
Female
Total Enrollment: 729 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White34.43%
Hispanic9.33%
Asian2.19%
Black49.66%
Two or More Races3.98%
Native American0.14%

Southern Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Southern Elementary School

Q: What is Southern Elementary School?

A: Southern Elementary School is a elementary public located in New Castle.

Q: How many students attend Southern Elementary School?

A: Southern Elementary School has approximately 729 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Southern Elementary School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Southern Elementary School

Southern Elementary School is a public elementary in New Castle, Delaware, serving 729 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 27% proficiency in ELA and 23% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 57 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $101,000. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 364 students per counselor. Students at Southern Elementary School are 61% male and 39% female. The student body is composed of 50% Black, 34% White, 9% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Southern Elementary School - New Castle, DE

Quick Facts about Southern Elementary School
School NameSouthern Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location795 Cox Neck Road, New Castle, DE 19720, New Castle, DE
CountyNew Castle County
Phone+1 (302) 832-6300
Total Students729
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers57
Rating2.5/10
ELA Proficiency27%
Math Proficiency23%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Elementary School

What is Southern Elementary School?

Southern Elementary School is a elementary public located in New Castle.

How many students attend Southern Elementary School?

Southern Elementary School has approximately 729 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southern Elementary School is 12:1.

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