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School Choice

Choice Information

At Red Clay Consolidated School District, we believe every student deserves the chance to thrive in a learning environment that fits their unique needs, interests, and aspirations. That’s why we’re proud to offer School Choice—a powerful opportunity for families to explore the many exceptional schools, programs, and pathways across our district. Whether your child dreams of the arts, excels in STEM, seeks hands-on career training, or thrives in a smaller learning setting, Red Clay has a school for them. Start your journey here and discover the difference the right fit can make.

Choice for the 2025-2026 school year is closed

The Choice period for 2026-2027 will open on Monday, November 3, 2025 and will close on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

If you would like to apply for kindergarten for the upcoming school year, please contact the Choice Office at 302-552-3789 or use the link below.

Kindergarten Registration

Choice FAQ Documents

School Choice Night Presentation Recording

The Virtual Meeting Was Hosted on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. Choice timeline and application process were discussed.

Red Clay Schools feature:

  • Three of the top five schools in Delaware
  • Delaware School Counselor of the Year
  • National Distinguished Principal 
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Reminder!

School Choice for the 2025-2026 school year opens on November 4, 2024 and closes on January 8, 2025.

Our Traditional Elementary Schools

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Located in Pike Creek, this school is open to school choice applicants entering kindergarten through grade 5.
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Located in the City of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering kindergarten through grade 5.
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Located in the suburbs of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering kindergarten through grade 5.
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Located in the suburbs of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering kindergarten through grade 5.
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Located in the suburbs of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering kindergarten through grade 5.

Our Traditional Middle Schools

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Located in Pike Creek, this school is open to school choice applicants entering grades 6 through 8.
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Located in Newport, this school is open to school choice applicants entering grades 6 through 8.

Our Traditional High Schools

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Located in the suburbs of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering grades 9 through 12. The John Dickinson School also welcomes students to apply for its International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (grades 6 through 8) and its International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (grades 9 through 12).
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Located in the suburbs of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering grades 9 through 12.

The Shortlidge-Warner Community Campus

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Located in the City of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering kindergarten through grade 2. After grade 2, students go to nearby Warner Elementary School for grades 3 to 5.
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Located in the City of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering grades 3 through 5.

Dual Language and Immersion Opportunities

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Located in the City of Wilmington, this school features a schoolwide dual language curriculum in which all students receive instruction in English and Spanish. The school is open to school choice applicants entering kindergarten through grade 5.
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Located in the suburbs of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering kindergarten through grade 5.

The K-8 Experience at Brandywine Springs School

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Located in the suburbs of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering kindergarten through grade 5 and grades 6 through 8.

International Baccalaureate at The John Dickinson School

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Located in the suburbs of Wilmington, this school is open to school choice applicants entering grades 9 through 12. The John Dickinson School also welcomes students to apply for its International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (grades 6 through 8) and its International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (grades 9 through 12).

Magnet Schools

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Located in the suburbs of Wilmington, this school focuses on visual and performing arts. The school is open to school choice applicants entering grades 6 through 12.
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Located in Newport, this school focuses on life sciences. The school is open to school choice applicants entering grades 6 through 12.

Early College Academy

ECA Choice
A partnership between the Red Clay Consolidated School District and Goldey-Beacom College.