Charter School of New Castle

Located at 170 Lukens Drive in New Castle, Delaware, the Charter School of New Castle operates as a vibrant, independent charter district set within the suburban landscape of the greater Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metropolitan area. Currently active and serving as a single-school district, it offers a continuous educational pathway for elementary and middle school learners from kindergarten through eighth grade. The district serves a student body of 788 children, maintaining a balanced coeducational environment of 409 female and 379 male students. Enrollment remains consistently strong across all grade levels, nurturing young learners from early childhood development in kindergarten up through a robust middle school program designed to prepare eighth graders for high school transitions.

Behind the district’s academic framework is a well-resourced workforce comprising 126 full-time equivalent staff members tailored to holistic student success. The instructional core is led by 70 dedicated full-time teachers, establishing a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of roughly 11 to 1 that ensures personalized attention in the classroom. This teaching staff is reinforced by instructional aides and a substantial team of 54 support personnel who oversee specialized services, administrative operations, and student well-being. For families, students, and educational researchers, the Charter School of New Castle represents a focused, community-anchored charter district committed to accessible elementary and middle school learning.