Serving 95 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Leach (John G.) School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leach (John G.) School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Leach (John G.) School's student population of 95 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leach (John G.) School ranks within the top 20% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leach (John G.) School is 0.69, which is less 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
#35 out of 199 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
43%
31%
White
31%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leach (John G.) School's ranking?
Leach (John G.) School is ranked #35 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Leach (John G.) School often compared to?
Leach (John G.) Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brennen School, Richardson Park Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Leach (John G.) School?
95 students attend Leach (John G.) School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Leach (John G.) School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leach (John G.) School?
Leach (John G.) School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Leach (John G.) School offer ?
Leach (John G.) School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leach (John G.) School part of?
Leach (John G.) School is part of Colonial School District.
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