For the 2026 school year, there are 2 blue ribbon private preschools serving 1,163 students in Delaware.
The top-ranked blue ribbon private preschools in Delaware include Christ The Teacher Catholic School and St. John The Beloved Catholic School.
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in Delaware are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.
Top-Ranked Delaware Blue Ribbon Private Preschools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Christ The Teacher Catholic School ![Christ The Teacher Catholic School Photo]( "Christ The Teacher Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
2451 Frazer Rd
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 838-8850
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 838-8850
Gr: PK-8 | 635 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 8 Blue Ribbon year: 2010, 2016 Tuition listed
St. John The Beloved Catholic School ![St. John The Beloved Catholic School Photo - St. John the Beloved Catholic School. A National Blue Ribbon School. A School in the Franciscan Traditions 3 year old - 8th Grade]( "St. John The Beloved Catholic School Photo - St. John the Beloved Catholic School. A National Blue Ribbon School. A School in the Franciscan Traditions 3 year old - 8th Grade")
(Catholic)
905 Milltown Rd
Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 998-5525
Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 998-5525
Gr: NS-8 | 528 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 14 Blue Ribbon year: 2016 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private preschools in Delaware?
The top-ranked blue ribbon private preschools in Delaware include Christ The Teacher Catholic School and St. John The Beloved Catholic School.
How many blue ribbon private preschools are located in Delaware?
2 blue ribbon private preschools are located in Delaware.
What percentage of blue ribbon private preschools are religiously affiliated in Delaware?
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in Delaware are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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