Ursuline Academy (pk-12)
1106 Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilmington, DE, 19806-0198 - View a map of this school Map
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Ursuline Academy of Wilmington, Delaware, is a Catholic, independent, college-preparatory school, serving girls age three through twelfth grade, and boys age three through third grade. Founded in 1893, Ursuline Academy provides a nurturing educational environment, emphasizing academic excellence and service to others. The mission of Ursuline Academy is the development of the whole person in a faith-centered community built on values of academic excellence, respect, and social consciousness. Ursuline Academy empowers students for leadership and service in our global society. Young women who choose Ursuline Academy graduate from our academic program fully prepared for success at leading colleges and universities. Our all-girl environment affords them opportunities for leadership not always available in a co-educational school. Research confirms that single-sex education is better for girls because it develops their self-esteem and leads them to great achievements. In an atmosphere of trust and faith, students are motivated to excel academically, to think creatively and critically, to speak and write well, to pursue careers in diverse fields, and to become involved in their school and communities. ...read more  

School Overview:
Ursuline Academy (pk-12)
School Level Elementary and Secondary school
School Membership(s) Other special emphasis association(s)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
County New Castle County, DE
Student Body
Total Students 676 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( DE ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
% Students of Color 7% 21%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 57 students
Kind - 16 students
Grade 1 - 50 students
Grade 2 - 51 students
Grade 3 - 51 students
Grade 4 - 28 students
Grade 5 - 54 students
Grade 6 - 43 students
Grade 7 - 46 students
Grade 8 - 56 students
Grade 9 - 61 students
Grade 10 - 45 students
Grade 11 - 64 students
Grade 12 - 54 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 74 teachers
This School ( DE ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:9 *Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 178 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
 
School Notes:
  • Ursuline Academy of Wilmington, Delaware, is a Catholic, independent, college-preparatory school, serving girls age three through twelfth grade, and boys age three through third grade. Founded in 1893, Ursuline Academy provides a nurturing educational environment, emphasizing academic excellence and service to others. The mission of Ursuline Academy is the development of the whole person in a faith-centered community built on values of academic excellence, respect, and social consciousness. Ursuline Academy empowers students for leadership and service in our global society. Young women who choose Ursuline Academy graduate from our academic program fully prepared for success at leading colleges and universities. Our all-girl environment affords them opportunities for leadership not always available in a co-educational school. Research confirms that single-sex education is better for girls because it develops their self-esteem and leads them to great achievements. In an atmosphere of trust and faith, students are motivated to excel academically, to think creatively and critically, to speak and write well, to pursue careers in diverse fields, and to become involved in their school and communities.
  • Profile last updated: 03/10/2007

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About This Zip Code ( 19806 )
School Zip ( 19806 ) ( DE ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 9,664 people 783,525 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 58% 30%
Population Average Age 42 years old 36.0 years old
Average Household Size 1.7 persons 2.5 persons
Median Household Income $44,907 $52,127
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 4.5 rooms 6.2 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 69 years old 39 years old
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% Owning / % Renting 52% / 48% 70% / 30%
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