Serving 469 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 30% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
32%
31%
White
26%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
33%
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 #88 out of 199 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
469 students attend Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 10:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School offer ?
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School part of?
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School is part of Christina School District.
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