For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 1,078 students in the neighborhood of Highlands, Wilmington, DE.
The average acceptance rate is 77%, which is lower than the Delaware private school average acceptance rate of 86%.
50% of private schools in Highlands are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked Highlands 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Ann School ![St. Ann School Photo]( "St. Ann School Photo")
(Catholic)
2006 Shallcross Ave
Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 540-4276
Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 540-4276
Gr: PK-8 | 229 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
2813 W 17th Street
Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 575-0550
Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 575-0550
Gr: NS-12 | 849 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Highlands, Wilmington, DE?
The top-ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Highlands, Wilmington, DE include Tower Hill School and St. Ann School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Highlands, Wilmington?
2 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Highlands, Wilmington.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Highlands, Wilmington?
50% of private schools in the neighborhood of Highlands, Wilmington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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