For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,706 students in 19713, DE.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19713, DE are Christiana High School, Mcvey (Joseph M.) Elementary School and Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19713 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Delaware public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19713, DE have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public elementary school average of 62% (majority Black).
Best 19713, DE Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Christiana High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
190 Salem Church Road
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 631-2400
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 631-2400
Gr: 6-12 | 1,425 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Mcvey (Joseph M.) Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
908 Janice Drive
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2145
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2145
Gr: K-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 North Brownleaf Road
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2464
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2464
Gr: K-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Brookside Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 Marrows Road
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-5454
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-5454
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
142 Brennen Drive
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 722-2864
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 722-2864
Gr: K-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Kirk (George V.) Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
140 Brennen Drive
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 722-2738
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 722-2738
Gr: 6-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
Gauger-cobbs Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
50 Gender Road
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2358
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2358
Gr: 6-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #88.
Brennen School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
144 Brennen Drive
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 722-2758
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 722-2758
Gr: PK-12 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Delaware School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
630 East Chestnut Hill Road
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2301
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2301
Gr: PK-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
19713, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Delaware School For The Deaf Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
630 East Chestnut Hill Rd
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2301
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2301
Gr: 1-5
Reachcbip (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
620 East Chestnut Hill Rd
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2720
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-2720
Gr: PK-12 | 148 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19713, DE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19713, DE include Christiana High School, Mcvey (Joseph M.) Elementary School and Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19713?
9 public elementary schools are located in 19713.
What is the racial composition of students in 19713?
19713 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Black).
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