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Downes (John R.) Elementary School

220 Casho Mill Road, Newark, DE 19711, United States
+1 (302) 454-2133
http://www.christinak12.org/downeses
5.0
Overall Rating

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Downes (John R.) Elementary School Overview

About This School

Downes (John R.) Elementary School is a public elementary in Newark, Delaware, serving 346 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 55% in ELA and 45% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 31 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $121,446, while the school provides one counselor for every 346 students. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 39% White, 25% Black, 20% Hispanic, 10% Asian, and 6% Two or More Races.

346
Total Students
K-5
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
31 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts55%
Mathematics45%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
New Castle County
Students per Counselor
346:1

Downes (John R.) Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

55%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 40%State Avg: 40%
45%
Mathematics
City Avg: 29%State Avg: 29%
N/A
Science

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
346
Students per Counselor

Downes (John R.) Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
31

Average Teacher Salary

$121,446
City Avg: $117,461
State Avg: $96,238

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor346:1

Downes (John R.) Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.6%
Male
47.4%
Female
Total Enrollment: 346 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White38.73%
Hispanic19.94%
Asian10.12%
Black24.57%
Two or More Races6.36%
Native American0.29%

Downes (John R.) Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Downes (John R.) Elementary School

Q: What is Downes (John R.) Elementary School?

A: Downes (John R.) Elementary School is a elementary public located in Newark.

Q: How many students attend Downes (John R.) Elementary School?

A: Downes (John R.) Elementary School has approximately 346 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Downes (John R.) Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Downes (John R.) Elementary School is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about Downes (John R.) Elementary School

Downes (John R.) Elementary School is a public elementary in Newark, Delaware, serving 346 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 55% in ELA and 45% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 31 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $121,446, while the school provides one counselor for every 346 students. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 39% White, 25% Black, 20% Hispanic, 10% Asian, and 6% Two or More Races.

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

About Downes (John R.) Elementary School - Newark, DE

Quick Facts about Downes (John R.) Elementary School
School NameDownes (John R.) Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location220 Casho Mill Road, Newark, DE 19711, Newark, DE
CountyNew Castle County
Phone+1 (302) 454-2133
Total Students346
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers31
Rating5/10
ELA Proficiency55%
Math Proficiency45%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Downes (John R.) Elementary School

What is Downes (John R.) Elementary School?

Downes (John R.) Elementary School is a elementary public located in Newark.

How many students attend Downes (John R.) Elementary School?

Downes (John R.) Elementary School has approximately 346 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Downes (John R.) Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Downes (John R.) Elementary School is 11:1.

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