Serving 705 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School's student population of 705 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
34%
30%
White
25%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School's ranking?
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School often compared to?
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Park Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School?
705 students attend Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School?
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School offer ?
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School part of?
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School is part of Christina School District.
School Calendar
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Date
PK-12 Schools Closed (Offices Open)
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
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