Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-5, H. O. Brittingham Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School's student population of 506 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Colors
not stated
School Calendar
School Rankings
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of H. O. Brittingham Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
9%
31%
White
60%
38%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H. O. Brittingham Elementary School's ranking?
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are H. O. Brittingham Elementary School often compared to?
H. O. Brittingham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend H. O. Brittingham Elementary School?
506 students attend H. O. Brittingham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of H. O. Brittingham Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H. O. Brittingham Elementary School?
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does H. O. Brittingham Elementary School offer ?
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is H. O. Brittingham Elementary School part of?
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School is part of Cape Henlopen School District.
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