School Overview
Brandywine Springs School, located in Wilmington, Delaware, is a unique K-8 institution that operates within the Red Clay Consolidated School District. It is widely recognized for its "school of choice" model, which draws students from across the district rather than relying solely on a traditional neighborhood catchment area. The school is particularly noted for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a rigorous yet supportive environment that emphasizes student engagement, critical thinking, and a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, Brandywine Springs places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the development of the "whole child." The school’s culture is anchored in a collaborative partnership between staff, parents, and students, often characterized by active parent-teacher organizations and a variety of extracurricular activities. By maintaining a focus on both character development and scholastic achievement, the school strives to create a structured, goal-oriented atmosphere that encourages students to excel while building a strong foundation of citizenship and personal responsibility.
941
Total Students
61.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Brandywine Springs School
Demographic Student Count
White634
Hispanic147
Black71
Asian27
Two or More60
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    634 (67.4%)
  • Hispanic
    147 (15.6%)
  • Black
    71 (7.5%)
  • Two or More
    60 (6.4%)
  • Asian
    27 (2.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Red Clay Consolidated School District
Phone: (302)636-5681
Website: http://redclay.schoolwires.net/bss
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 941
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 61.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 100
Grade 1 97
Grade 2 106
Grade 3 116
Grade 4 109
Grade 5 106
Grade 6 101
Grade 7 108
Grade 8 98

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Brandywine Springs School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten100
Grade 197
Grade 2106
Grade 3116
Grade 4109
Grade 5106
Grade 6101
Grade 7108
Grade 898
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Brandywine Springs School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female48551.5%
Male45648.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)