Brandywine Springs School
945 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Brandywine Springs School, located in Wilmington, Delaware, is a unique K-8 institution that operates within the Red Clay Consolidated School District. It is widely recognized for its "school of choice" model, which draws students from across the district rather than relying solely on a traditional neighborhood catchment area. The school is particularly noted for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a rigorous yet supportive environment that emphasizes student engagement, critical thinking, and a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school and beyond.
Beyond its academic focus, Brandywine Springs places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the development of the "whole child." The school’s culture is anchored in a collaborative partnership between staff, parents, and students, often characterized by active parent-teacher organizations and a variety of extracurricular activities. By maintaining a focus on both character development and scholastic achievement, the school strives to create a structured, goal-oriented atmosphere that encourages students to excel while building a strong foundation of citizenship and personal responsibility.
Beyond its academic focus, Brandywine Springs places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the development of the "whole child." The school’s culture is anchored in a collaborative partnership between staff, parents, and students, often characterized by active parent-teacher organizations and a variety of extracurricular activities. By maintaining a focus on both character development and scholastic achievement, the school strives to create a structured, goal-oriented atmosphere that encourages students to excel while building a strong foundation of citizenship and personal responsibility.
945
Total Students
61.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 610 |
| Hispanic | 155 |
| Black | 73 |
| Asian | 47 |
| Two or More | 56 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White610 (64.6 %)
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Hispanic155 (16.4 %)
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Black73 (7.7 %)
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Two or More56 (5.9 %)
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Asian47 (5.0 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Red Clay Consolidated School District |
| Phone: | (302)636-5681 |
| Website: | http://redclay.schoolwires.net/bss |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 945 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 61.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
99
Grade 1
106
Grade 2
103
Grade 3
100
Grade 4
96
Grade 5
114
Grade 6
109
Grade 7
107
Grade 8
111
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 99 |
| Grade 1 | 106 |
| Grade 2 | 103 |
| Grade 3 | 100 |
| Grade 4 | 96 |
| Grade 5 | 114 |
| Grade 6 | 109 |
| Grade 7 | 107 |
| Grade 8 | 111 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 479 | 50.7% |
| Male | 466 | 49.3% |
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