What grades does Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School serve?

Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Milford area.

Where is Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School located?

Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School is a town school in Milford, DE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School is 14.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Milford, DE?

Schools in Milford include Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Milford area.

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Milford, DE 19963

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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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Presidents DayHolidayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

1–5

Enrollment

503

Student:Teacher

14.8:1

Locale

Town

District

Milford School District

Phone

(302)422-1630

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

27%

16th percentile in DE

Math Proficiency

16%

24th percentile in DE

Chronic Absenteeism

13.9%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

491

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

65% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,324

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,432

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,717

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 65%Local 18%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.4%

Below 150% poverty line

6.1%

Unemployment rate

6.9%

Uninsured residents

11.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

778

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

695

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

277 (40%)

Autism

124 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

107 (15%)

Intellectual Disability

45 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

36 (5%)

Speech/Language Impairment

30 (4%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

540

Current enrollment

Stable(+8% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Thu, Dec 24, 2026

Christmas Break

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 Milford School District. Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Labor Day WeekendDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-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 Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School

Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School has a total enrollment of 503 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Milford, DE.