Average
#106 of 219 schools in DE
Top 48% in state
Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School
Elementary School · Christina School District
800 North Brownleaf Road, Newark, DE 19713
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#106 of 219
In Newark
#19 of 28
public schools
In district
#20 of 27
Christina School District
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School
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About Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School
Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, DE, part of Christina School District. Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School — Students at Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 90 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School Compares
See how Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
800 North Brownleaf Road, Newark, DE 19713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academia Antonia Alonso Newark | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE Newark | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Jones (Albert H.) Elementary School Newark | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Meadowood Program Newark | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Christiana High School Newark | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Forest Oak Elementary School Newark | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Newark | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Delaware School for the Deaf Newark | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| DESTINY CALLING ACADEMY Wilmington | 2.2 mi | — |
| Shue-Medill Middle School Newark | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Christina Early Education Center Newark | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Newark | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Brennen School (The) Newark | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Newark | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARK'S HIGH SCHOOL Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Red Clay Early Years Program Wilmington | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| DEVELOPING MINDS PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Wilmington | 2.7 mi | — |
| Heritage Elementary School Wilmington | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Stanton Middle School Wilmington | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,850
Median Home Value
$267,500
Median Rent
$1,293/mo
Population
30,549
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mote (Anna P.) Elementary School Wilmington, DE | 6.4 |
| Southern Delaware School of the Arts Selbyville, DE | 6.4 |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Newark, DE | 6.5 |
| Clayton Elementary School Clayton, DE | 6.5 |
| East Side Charter School Wilmington, DE | 6.5 |
| Campus Community School Dover, DE | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School
What grades does Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School serve?
Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School?
Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School rank in DE?
Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School ranks #106 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School a charter school?
No, Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Gallaher (robert S.) Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (302) 454-2464
Resources & Links
District
Christina School District- District Enrollment
- 13,076
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,954
- District Rank
- #20 of 27
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