Serving 506 students in grades 1-5, W. Reily Brown 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% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: W. Reily Brown Elementary School serves the northeast part of Dover, DE, encompassing an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.2 miles and the furthest edge located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
W. Reily Brown Elementary School's student population of 506 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
W. Reily Brown Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W. Reily Brown Elementary 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
#132 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
44%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W. Reily Brown Elementary School's ranking?
W. Reily Brown Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are W. Reily Brown Elementary School often compared to?
W. Reily Brown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School, Academy Of Dover Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend W. Reily Brown Elementary School?
506 students attend W. Reily Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of W. Reily Brown Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. Reily Brown Elementary School?
W. Reily Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does W. Reily Brown Elementary School offer ?
W. Reily Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. Reily Brown Elementary School part of?
W. Reily Brown Elementary School is part of Caesar Rodney School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed- Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Schools Closed- Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Schools Closed- Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Schools Closed- Teacher Inservice
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
Schools Closed- Winter Break
December 22, 2026 (Tuesday)
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