Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Leasure (May B.) Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leasure (May B.) Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#122 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
68%
31%
White
11%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leasure (May B.) Elementary School's ranking?
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Leasure (May B.) Elementary School often compared to?
Leasure (May B.) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oberle (William) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Leasure (May B.) Elementary School?
328 students attend Leasure (May B.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Leasure (May B.) Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leasure (May B.) Elementary School?
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leasure (May B.) Elementary School offer ?
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Leasure (May B.) Elementary School part of?
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School is part of Christina School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
PK-12 Schools Closed - Grading Day / Paraprofessionals Professional Development (Offices Open)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
PK-12 Schools & Offices Closed - Spring Break
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
PK-12 Schools & Offices Closed - Spring Break
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
PK-12 Schools Closed (Offices Open) - Spring Break
April 22, 2025 (Tuesday)
PK-12 Schools Closed (Offices Open) - Spring Break
April 23, 2025 (Wednesday)
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