What grades does Forwood Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, Forwood Elementary School serves students in Wilmington, DE. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Forwood Elementary School located?

You can find Forwood Elementary School in Wilmington, DE.

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

At Forwood Elementary School, there are approximately 11.4 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Wilmington, DE?

Forwood Elementary School is among the schools serving Wilmington, DE. The school is part of the local school system.

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Forwood Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Wilmington, Delaware|Brandywine School District

Wilmington, DE 19810

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Wed

Veterans DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Dec

Thu

Christmas BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Jan

Fri

New Year's DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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Jan

Mon

MLK Jr. DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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Feb

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

366

Student:Teacher

11.4:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Brandywine School District

Phone

(302)475-3956

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

20-24%

Math Proficiency

15-19%

Chronic Absenteeism

13.5%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

361

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

79% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.33000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$21,228

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$10,113

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$22,886

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 50%Local 39%

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

2,295

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,987

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

751 (38%)

Other Health Impairment

336 (17%)

Autism

281 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

161 (8%)

Speech/Language Impairment

140 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

95 (5%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

384

Current enrollment

Stable(+9% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 11, 2026

Veterans Day

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Thu, Dec 24, 2026

Christmas Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

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

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	Last Pupil DayDistrict-wide	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forwood Elementary School

Forwood Elementary School has a total enrollment of 366 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Wilmington, DE.