Caravel Academy is a private, coeducational, independent, non-profit school of approximately 1065 pupils.
The three year old curriculum stresses social awareness. The children learn to work cooperatively with each other and to appreciate themselves as individuals.
Positive attitudes and development of high self-esteem are important lower school goals.
Students learn to accept responsibility for their academic progress and behavior.
Students who have demonstrated academic excellence, an ability to work independently, and an eagerness to go beyond the basic curriculum are offered the opportunity to participate in enrichment classes. In grades 5-8, we continue to emphasize high self-esteem and stress the importance of responsibility through a departmentalized team approach.
Wide variety of extracurricular activities is offered to all middle schoolers.
We believe strongly in educating a well-rounded person that beginning in the sixth grade, we require students to participate in one extracurricular activity per year.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked DE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,117 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Caravel Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
16 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Caravel Academy is a private, coeducational, independent, non-profit school of approximately 1065 pupils. The three year old curriculum stresses social awareness. The children learn to work cooperatively with each other and to appreciate themselves as individuals. Positive attitudes and development of high self-esteem are important lower school goals. Students learn to accept responsibility for their academic progress and behavior. Students who have demonstrated academic excellence, an ability to work independently, and an eagerness to go beyond the basic curriculum are offered the opportunity to participate in enrichment classes. In grades 5-8, we continue to emphasize high self-esteem and stress the importance of responsibility through a departmentalized team approach. Wide variety of extracurricular activities is offered to all middle schoolers. We believe strongly in educating a well-rounded person that beginning in the sixth grade, we require students to participate in one extracurricular activity per year.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caravel Academy's ranking?
Caravel Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Caravel Academy?
The application deadline for Caravel Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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