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#30 of 219 schools in DE

Top 13% in state

Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School

Elementary School · Christina School District

300 St. Regis Drive, Newark, DE 19711

Enrollment

251

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#30 of 219

In Newark

#5 of 28

public schools

In district

#5 of 27

Christina School District

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Newark · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School

Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, DE, part of Christina School District. Maclary (r.

Elisabeth) Elementary School serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.6% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.9% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg-14.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,954
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School — Students at Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)

Based on 90 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
42.2%
ELA
46.8%
2017
Math
43.7%
ELA
45.3%
2018
Math
49.9%
ELA
50.1%
2019
Math
63.6%
ELA
53.3%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32.7%
ELA
38.5%
2022
Math
44.7%
ELA
45.1%
2023
Math
42.8%
ELA
44.3%
2024
Math
35.8%
ELA
32.7%
2025
Math
39.3%
ELA
35.5%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School Compares

See how Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
87th percentile in DE
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 St. Regis Drive, Newark, DE 19711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Newark High School Newark 1.5 mi 5.7
TOWLE INSTITUTE Newark 1.4 mi 4.4
THE COLLEGE SCHOOL Newark 1.8 mi 6.0
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE LAB PRESCHOOL Newark 1.8 mi
Shue-Medill Middle School Newark 1.6 mi 7.7
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School Newark 1.8 mi 9.5
Brookside Elementary School Newark 2.4 mi 8.2
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy Newark 2.0 mi 3.8
Brennen School (The) Newark 2.3 mi 5.2
NEWARK CENTER FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Newark 2.4 mi 6.5
Smith (Jennie E.) Elementary School Newark 2.3 mi 7.6
Kirk (George V.) Middle School Newark 2.4 mi 6.7
Christina Early Education Center Newark 2.4 mi 6.1
West Park Place Elementary School Newark 2.4 mi 8.1
Delaware School for the Deaf Newark 2.4 mi 4.9
Downes (John R.) Elementary School Newark 2.5 mi 6.6
Gauger-Cobbs Middle School Newark 3.1 mi 7.4
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF DELAWARE Newark 2.7 mi 9.2
THE INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL Newark 3.2 mi 6.7
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Newark 3.3 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,455

Median Home Value

$376,300

Median Rent

$1,516/mo

Population

49,113

College Educated

52.7%

Homeownership

65.5%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

35.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Brookside Elementary School Newark, DE 8.2
West Park Place Elementary School Newark, DE 8.1
Showell (Phillip C.) Elementary School Selbyville, DE 8.0
North Laurel Early Learning Academy Laurel, DE 8.6
McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary School Newark, DE 8.7
Brick Mill Early Childhood Center Middletown, DE 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School

What grades does Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School serve?

Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School?

Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School rank in DE?

Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School ranks #30 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School a charter school?

No, Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Maclary (r. Elisabeth) Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

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