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#28 of 219 schools in DE

Top 12% in state

Rehoboth Elementary School

Elementary School · Cape Henlopen School District

500 Stockley Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Enrollment

528

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#28 of 219

In district

#4 of 9

Cape Henlopen School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Rehoboth Elementary School

8.2/10

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

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About Rehoboth Elementary School

Rehoboth Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rehoboth Beach, DE, part of Cape Henlopen School District. Rehoboth Elementary School serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rehoboth Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Rehoboth Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.8% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.6% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+21.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,712
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Rehoboth Elementary School — Students at Rehoboth Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.2% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
63.4%
ELA
74.4%
2016
Math
65.1%
ELA
77.4%
2017
Math
63.6%
ELA
72.6%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
76.1%
2019
Math
69.8%
ELA
78.5%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
61.9%
ELA
61.6%
2023
Math
59.9%
ELA
61.4%
2024
Math
58.4%
ELA
65.6%
2025
Math
58.9%
ELA
62.6%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Rehoboth Elementary School Compares

See how Rehoboth Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
88th percentile in DE
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

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

500 Stockley Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rehoboth Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. H. O. Brittingham Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Love Creek Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lewes), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lord Baltimore Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Ocean View), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rehoboth Beach, see our Rehoboth Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Beacon Middle School Lewes 3.3 mi 8.4
Love Creek Elementary School Lewes 3.5 mi 8.4
Cape Henlopen High School Lewes 4.7 mi 7.4
Lewes Elementary School Lewes 5.2 mi 7.5
Long Neck Elementary School Millsboro 7.6 mi 4.9
Sussex Consortium Lewes 8.2 mi 6.2
Lord Baltimore Elementary School Ocean View 11.3 mi 8.3
DELMARVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS MILTON CAMPUS Milton 12.4 mi 6.8
Indian River High School Dagsboro 13.8 mi 6.1
East Millsboro Elementary School Millsboro 13.4 mi 4.3
Clayton (John M.) Elementary School Frankford 14.4 mi 6.8
Mariner Middle School Milton 12.7 mi 7.0
Millsboro Middle School Millsboro 13.6 mi 5.5
Milton Elementary School Milton 13.0 mi 8.2
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dagsboro 14.7 mi 7.2
H. O. Brittingham Elementary School Milton 13.4 mi 9.0
Ennis (Howard T.) School Georgetown 13.7 mi 4.0
Sussex Central High School Georgetown 13.9 mi 4.8
Selbyville Middle School Selbyville 18.3 mi 7.7
West Cape May Elementary School West Cape May 18.0 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19971 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,301

Median Home Value

$561,300

Median Rent

$1,383/mo

Population

15,528

College Educated

54.6%

Homeownership

88.3%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

62.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Forwood Elementary School Wilmington, DE 8.2
Milton Elementary School Milton, DE 8.2
North Smyrna Elementary School Smyrna, DE 8.2
Forest Oak Elementary School Newark, DE 8.1
Keene (William B.) Elementary School Newark, DE 8.1
West Park Place Elementary School Newark, DE 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rehoboth Elementary School

What grades does Rehoboth Elementary School serve?

Rehoboth Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Rehoboth Elementary School?

Rehoboth Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rehoboth Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rehoboth Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rehoboth Elementary School rank in DE?

Rehoboth Elementary School ranks #28 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Rehoboth Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rehoboth 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 Rehoboth Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rehoboth Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rehoboth Elementary School a charter school?

No, Rehoboth Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rehoboth Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Rehoboth Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Sussex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

Cape Henlopen School District
District Enrollment
6,587
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,712
District Rank
#4 of 9

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