East Side Charter School

East Side Charter School (ESCS) is a tuition-free public charter school located in the Riverside neighborhood of Wilmington, Delaware. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school is dedicated to closing the achievement gap by providing a rigorous academic environment paired with a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement. Their mission centers on the belief that every child, regardless of their socioeconomic background, is capable of academic excellence when provided with high-quality instruction and a supportive, structured school culture.

The school is noted for its focus on preparing students for success in competitive high schools and beyond, frequently utilizing extended school days and data-driven instruction to maximize student growth. Beyond academics, East Side Charter places a significant emphasis on "the whole child," offering various extracurricular activities, mentorship programs, and partnerships that help foster social-emotional learning. By maintaining small class sizes and fostering close relationships between families and faculty, the school aims to be a pillar of stability and opportunity within the East Wilmington community.