Colonial School District

Located at 318 East Basin Road in New Castle, Delaware, the Colonial School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a vibrant community within the large suburban setting of the greater Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metropolitan area. Operating 15 schools across the region, the non-charter district delivers a complete continuum of public education ranging from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as specialized ungraded programming. Currently educating 8,575 students, the district boasts a multicultural student body that includes 3,977 Black, 2,025 Hispanic, 1,926 White, and 425 multiracial learners, alongside Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander students, creating an inclusive and rich learning environment.

To ensure academic quality and comprehensive care for its student body, the district maintains a robust professional workforce totaling more than 2,640 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. The instructional core is driven by 1,190 FTE classroom teachers, who work alongside 290 FTE instructional aides and over 1,160 FTE support staff dedicated to operational, health, and administrative functions. This well-resourced educator and support network provides the individualized guidance and specialized academic services necessary for students to thrive from early childhood through graduation. Parents, community members, and researchers seeking further information can connect with the administration at (302) 323-2700 or explore their official website at www.colonialschooldistrict.org.