Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School's student population of 251 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#57 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
32%
20%
Black
26%
31%
White
34%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School's ranking?
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School?
251 students attend Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School?
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School offer ?
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School part of?
Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School is part of Christina School District.
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