Brandywine Springs School vs Claymont Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Delaware, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brandywine Springs School
Wilmington · Public elementary · Grades K–8
941 students
Claymont Elementary School
Claymont · Public elementary · Grades K–5
937 students
| Measure | Brandywine Springs School Wilmington, Delaware | Claymont Elementary School Claymont, Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #27 of 121 | #28 of 121 |
| National rank | #10175 of 50,301 | #10366 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 941 | 937 |
| Enrollment | 941 | 937 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 63% |
| city | Wilmington | Claymont |
| state | Delaware | Delaware |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.6 vs 71.3).
- •Claymont Elementary School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 62%).
- •Brandywine Springs School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 64%).
- •Claymont Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.4).
- •Brandywine Springs School is the larger school with 941 students compared with 937.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brandywine Springs School better than Claymont Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Brandywine Springs School and Claymont Elementary School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Wilmington and Claymont in Delaware.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brandywine Springs School: 941. Claymont Elementary School: 937. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brandywine Springs School and Claymont Elementary School rank in Delaware?
Brandywine Springs School is 27th of 121 and Claymont Elementary School is 28th of 121 among elementary schools in Delaware on the 2025 Success Index (US).