These are some of the top-rated public schools in Delaware based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Delaware offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Delaware
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Red Clay Consolidated School District
14,771 students | WILMINGTON, DE
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 29 schools -
Christina School District
13,092 students | NEWARK, DE
Grades PK, K-12 | 28 schools -
Appoquinimink School District
12,804 students | ODESSA, DE
Grades PK, K-12 | 20 schools -
Indian River School District
10,799 students | SELBYVILLE, DE
Grades PK, K-12 | 17 schools -
Brandywine School District
10,367 students | WILMINGTON, DE
Grades PK, K-12 | 17 schools
Reviews From Schools in Delaware
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July 31, 2025
The lady in the front office is super unprofessional and rude! If their front office staff is the example of professionalism that their school sets I can wholeheartedly say I would not recommend. If... More
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The New School
Parent / Guardian
July 30, 2025
Great school. I am gratefull!! Thank you to all staff being so wonderful!!
My girls love the school. They developed tgeir knowledge and skill so much!!
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Heritage Elementary School
Teacher
July 18, 2025
My experience as a student teacher at this school was one of the most difficult and disheartening of my professional journey. Rather than being welcomed, supported, or mentored, I was subjected to... More
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Brick Mill Early Childhood Center