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Most Selective Private Schools in Delaware

Name: Delaware Average Acceptance Rate Trends (All Private Schools)
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The average private school acceptance rate in Delaware is 88% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Delaware is Salesianum School, with an acceptance rate of 68%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# DE Schools Ranked: 26
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 68%–98%
DE School Avg.: 88%
National School Avg.: 88%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# DE Schools Ranked: 26
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 68%–98%
DE School Avg.: 88%
National School Avg.: 88%

Delaware Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: (-4.5%) (-4% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Delaware (DE) avg
2025	81%	85% (▼ 6 pp)
2024	85%	91% (▲ 1 pp)
2023	85%	90% (▲ 1 pp)
2022	85%	89% (— 0 pp)
2021	85%	89% (— 0 pp)
2020	85%	89% (▲ 1 pp)
2019	85%	88% (— 0 pp)
2018	85%	88% (▼ 1 pp)
2017	85%	89% (— 0 pp)
2016	85%	89% (▲ 1 pp)
2015	85%	88%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Delaware (acceptance rate range: 68%–98%, avg 88%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 68% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Delaware average private schools acceptance rate?

The Delaware average private schools acceptance rate is 88% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private schools in Delaware?

The top ranked private schools in Delaware include Salesianum School, Concord Christian Academy and Caravel Academy.

What is the most selective high school and elementary school in Delaware?

The most selective private high school in Delaware is Salesianum School, with an acceptance rate of 68%. The most selective private elementary school is Concord Christian Academy, with an acceptance rate of 70%.

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