SHORTLIDGE (EVAN G.) ACADEMY

Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Red Clay Consolidated School District school district, located in Wilmington, DE with about 378 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 30 teachers, Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Evan G. Shortlidge Academy, located in Wilmington, Delaware, is a public elementary school serving students within the Red Clay Consolidated School District. Situated at 100 West 18th Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local urban community and is committed to providing a foundational education that prepares its students for academic success in their later years. The academy typically focuses on creating a structured, supportive environment that emphasizes core literacy and numeracy skills while fostering social-emotional development among its diverse student population.

As part of the Red Clay school system, Shortlidge Academy prioritizes the implementation of district-wide curricula and instructional standards, often leveraging technology and collaborative teaching methods to engage learners. The school serves as a hub for the neighborhood, often engaging families through various school-based programs and community-oriented initiatives. By focusing on a "whole-child" approach, the academy strives to bridge achievement gaps and provide equitable learning opportunities for all students, regardless of their background, as they progress through their primary education.

For more information, contact Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy at (302) 651-2710 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.