EISENBERG (HARRY O.) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Colonial School District school district, located in New Castle, DE with about 487 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Harry O. Eisenberg Elementary School, located in New Castle, Delaware, is a public school serving students in the Colonial School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By focusing on a "whole-child" approach, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success by encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and a strong sense of community responsibility among its learners.

As part of the Colonial School District, Eisenberg Elementary leverages district-wide resources to provide a comprehensive curriculum, including core subjects and opportunities for enrichment. The school prioritizes strong partnerships between educators, families, and the local community to ensure that students receive consistent support inside and outside the classroom. Through various school initiatives and a focus on inclusive practices, Eisenberg strives to create an inviting atmosphere where every student is empowered to meet high academic standards and develop the character traits necessary for lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School at (302) 429-4074 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

27 Landers Lane
New Castle, DE 19720-2093
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EISENBERG (HARRY O.) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in New Castle, DE with about 487 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Delaware

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
487
Teachers:
33
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 487 students

Black or African American
47.6%
Hispanic/Latino
28.3%
White
16.0%
Two or more races
7.4%
Asian
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.