Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School

Wilbur Elementary School in Bear hosts 1,162 students in grades K-5.

Wilbur Elementary School in Bear features a 16 to 1 student-teacher ratio.

Students can explore the world of knowledge at Wilbur Elementary School in Bear.

Students in Bear build strong foundations for success at Wilbur Elementary School.

Wilbur Elementary School in Bear features a large playground for students during recess.

Kids can play on the large playground at Wilbur Elementary School in Bear.

You'll find Wilbur Elementary School off of Wrangle Hill Rd in Bear.

Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

4050 Wrangle Hill Rd, Bear, DE

Kirkwood Neighborhood

Colonial School District

4.8

1,052 Students

B-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1

Math Proficiency
28%

Reading Proficiency
31%

B-

Academics

A-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

31%

Math Proficiency

28%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 16:1 Teachers 66	Full Time Teachers 66
Teachers in First or Second Year 4.8%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

581:1

Student Diversity

Male 50.8%	Female 49.2%
Black 48%	White 25%
Hispanic 16.3%	Two or more races 6.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander 3.7%	Native American <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Alum

1/1/2022

I look back fondly on my times at Wilbur. I attended from grades 2-5 & can most definitely cite Wilbur as my favorite of the schools I have attended. The teachers really cared about their students and taught me life lessons I still hold onto today as a Senior in high school.

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5.0 parent

4/9/2018

Both of our children have attended this school from Kindergarten through 5th grade. We could not have asked for a better childhood educational experience for our children. Thank you to the teachers and staff that truly make this the best elementary school around!

5.0 other

9/23/2016

This school is awesome! The teachers and staff are really dedicated to helping the students learn and grow.

5.0 parent

9/21/2016

All of the staff at Wilbur is fantastic. The principal and her assistant principals to a great job with the kids and get in on the fun of spirit days. They are always very welcoming at school events and the recognize all of the kids. I am so proud that my son is a student here and look forward to my...

5.0 parent

9/20/2016

The staff is fantastic. From the principals down to the custodians. This school is fantastic

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Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Bear, DE and is served by the Colonial School District in Delaware. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,052 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 28% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 31% are proficient in reading. Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $566,996. Discover additional schools in the area, like Red Lion Christian Academy, Aquinas Academy, Caravel Academy, and more. Learn more about what Bear has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School.

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