Very Good
#62 of 219 schools in DE
Top 28% in state
Gauger-cobbs Middle School
Middle School · Christina School District
50 Gender Road, Newark, DE 19713
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#62 of 219
In Newark
#13 of 28
public schools
In district
#13 of 27
Christina School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Gauger-cobbs Middle School
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About Gauger-cobbs Middle School
Gauger-cobbs Middle School is a public middle school in Newark, DE, part of Christina School District. Gauger-cobbs Middle School serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Gauger-cobbs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Gauger-cobbs Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Gauger-cobbs Middle School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- DE avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gauger-cobbs Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at Gauger-cobbs Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gauger-cobbs Middle School — Students at Gauger-cobbs Middle School score 21% proficient, which is below 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: 9.2/10.
How Gauger-cobbs Middle School Compares
See how Gauger-cobbs Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 Gender Road, Newark, DE 19713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gauger-cobbs Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shue-Medill Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Kirk (George V.) Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE COLLEGE SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brookside Elementary School Newark | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| TARBIYAH SCHOOL Newark | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Christina Early Education Center Newark | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Newark | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Brennen School (The) Newark | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Delaware School for the Deaf Newark | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Christiana High School Newark | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| THE COLLEGE SCHOOL Newark | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE LAB PRESCHOOL Newark | 1.6 mi | — |
| ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE Newark | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Newark High School Newark | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Newark | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Newark | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Newark | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Glasgow High School Newark | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| NEWARK CENTER FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Newark | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| LEARNING EXPRESS ACADEMY Newark | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Shue-Medill Middle School Newark | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Academia Antonia Alonso Newark | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School Wilmington, DE | 7.2 |
| Cantwells Bridge Middle School Townsend, DE | 7.7 |
| Selbyville Middle School Selbyville, DE | 7.7 |
| Shue-Medill Middle School Newark, DE | 7.7 |
| Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School Middletown, DE | 7.7 |
| Mariner Middle School Milton, DE | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gauger-cobbs Middle School
What grades does Gauger-cobbs Middle School serve?
Gauger-cobbs Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Gauger-cobbs Middle School?
Gauger-cobbs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gauger-cobbs Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gauger-cobbs Middle School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gauger-cobbs Middle School rank in DE?
Gauger-cobbs Middle School ranks #62 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Gauger-cobbs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gauger-cobbs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Gauger-cobbs Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gauger-cobbs Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gauger-cobbs Middle School a charter school?
No, Gauger-cobbs Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gauger-cobbs Middle School a Title I school?
No, Gauger-cobbs Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 734
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (302) 454-2358
Resources & Links
District
Christina School District- District Enrollment
- 13,076
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,954
- District Rank
- #13 of 27
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