Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rehoboth Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rehoboth Elementary School serves the southeast part of Rehoboth Beach, DE, covering an area of approximately 41.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being about 8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rehoboth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rehoboth Elementary School's student population of 557 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rehoboth Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rehoboth Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#17 out of 199 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rehoboth Elementary School's ranking?
Rehoboth Elementary School is ranked #17 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Rehoboth Elementary School often compared to?
Rehoboth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Rehoboth Elementary School?
557 students attend Rehoboth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Rehoboth Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rehoboth Elementary School?
Rehoboth Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rehoboth Elementary School offer ?
Rehoboth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rehoboth Elementary School part of?
Rehoboth Elementary School is part of Cape Henlopen School District.
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