What grades does Southern Elementary School serve?

Southern Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the New Castle area.

Where is Southern Elementary School located?

Southern Elementary School is a rural school in New Castle, DE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southern Elementary School is 12.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in New Castle, DE?

Schools in New Castle include Southern Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the New Castle area.

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Southern Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|New Castle, Delaware|Colonial School District

New Castle, DE 19720

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Wed

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Dec

Thu

Christmas BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Jan

Fri

New Year's DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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Jan

Mon

MLK Jr. DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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Feb

Mon

Presidents DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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Mar

Mon

Spring BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

743

Student:Teacher

12.2:1

Locale

Rural

District

Colonial School District

Phone

(302)832-6300

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

32%

24th percentile in DE

Math Proficiency

20%

33th percentile in DE

Chronic Absenteeism

16.5%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

743

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

58% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$23,018

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$12,885

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$24,223

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 15%State 53%Local 32%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$376,063

+2.6% 1yr+34.4% 5yr

Philadelphia, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

17.0%

Below 150% poverty line

5.5%

Unemployment rate

5.3%

Uninsured residents

7.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,249

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,001

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

916 (46%)

Autism

309 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

255 (13%)

Intellectual Disability

149 (7%)

Speech/Language Impairment

91 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

81 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

729

Current enrollment

Declining(-13% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

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Break

Thu, Dec 24, 2026

Christmas Break

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Break

Fri, Jan 1, 2027

New Year's Day

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Colonial School District. Southern Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	Professional Development DayDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Labor Day WeekendDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents DayDistrict-wide Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Last Pupil DayDistrict-wide	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Elementary School

Southern Elementary School has a total enrollment of 743 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in New Castle, DE.