Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Maranatha Christian Academy
About the School
- Maranatha Christian Academy in Wilmington, DE, serves 5 co–ed students from kindergarten through 6th grade in a city neighborhood setting.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 3:1, supported by 2 teachers for its small enrollment.
- The academy follows an Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) curriculum with a Brethren religious affiliation.
- This Wilmington private school ranks in the top 20% statewide for diversity, with 100% of enrolled students identifying as students of color.
- Located in Northwest Wilmington, Maranatha Christian Academy provides elementary education in a small, city–based community.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Maranatha Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
5 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Maranatha Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Maranatha Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Maranatha Christian Academy located?
Maranatha Christian Academy is located in the Northwest Wilmington neighborhood of Wilmington, DE.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Maranatha Christian Academy is Urban Promise Academy (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Program For Rigor And Innovation In Education (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Urban Promise School (0.9 miles away)
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Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 6-8 | 8 students
4412 Washington Blvd
Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 635-0705
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 51 students
2401 Thatcher St
Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 425-5502
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 7-11 | 22 students
2223 N Market St
Wilmington, DE 19802
(202) 679-0849
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 31 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2001 N Washington St
Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 428-0216
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: PK-K | 37 students
Daycare / Preschool
901 Rosedale Avenue Bellefonte
Wilmington, DE 19809
(302) 764-3131
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 7-11 | 22 students
2223 N Market St
Wilmington, DE 19802
(202) 679-0849
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students
Special Education School
6 Stone Hill Rd
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 594-0754
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 930 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 21 | Extracurriculars: 60
All-boys (Catholic)
1801 N Broom Street
Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 654-2495
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 709 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 39
Friends
101 School Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 576-2900
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 480 students
All-girls (Catholic)
905 N Broom St
Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 421-3739
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 6-8 | 8 students
4412 Washington Blvd
Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 635-0705
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 51 students
2401 Thatcher St
Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 425-5502
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 7-11 | 22 students
2223 N Market St
Wilmington, DE 19802
(202) 679-0849
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 31 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2001 N Washington St
Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 428-0216
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students
Special Education School
6 Stone Hill Rd
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 594-0754
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 51 students
2401 Thatcher St
Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 425-5502
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: PK-K | 37 students
Daycare / Preschool
901 Rosedale Avenue Bellefonte
Wilmington, DE 19809
(302) 764-3131
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 486 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 17
Catholic
1000 Shipley Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 764-0977
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 32 students
Daycare / Preschool
1000 N French St
Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 432-3660
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 709 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 39
Friends
101 School Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 576-2900
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bohemia Manor High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2755 Augustine Herman Hwy
Chesapeake City, MD 21915
(410) 885-2075
Chesapeake City, MD 21915
(410) 885-2075
9286.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 591 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Bohemia Manor Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2757 Augustine Herman Hwy
Chesapeake City, MD 21915
(410) 885-2095
Chesapeake City, MD 21915
(410) 885-2095
9286.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 473 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Chesapeake City Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2801 Augustine Herman Hwy
Chesapeake City, MD 21915
(410) 885-2085
Chesapeake City, MD 21915
(410) 885-2085
9287.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Leeds Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
615 Deaver Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5070
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5070
9287.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Holly Hall Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
233 White Hall Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5050
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5050
9288.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
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