Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

Summary:

Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, Delaware, serving students from kindergarten to 5th grade as part of the Christina School District. The school has a diverse student population, with a mix of White, African American, and Hispanic students, and has shown mixed academic performance compared to district and state averages.

Maclary Elementary has had some strong years, such as ranking 5th out of 36 Delaware elementary schools for Hispanic students in 2021-2022. However, in the 2023-2024 school year, the school's 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade students performed below the district and state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. The school has also struggled with relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 13.8% to 22.7% over the past few years. On a positive note, Maclary Elementary ranked 2nd out of 62 Delaware elementary schools for low socioeconomic status students in 2021-2022, indicating that it is effectively supporting this population.

Compared to nearby schools, Maclary Elementary's performance is generally lower than that of Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary and Downes (John R.) Elementary, which have consistently higher rankings and test scores. However, Maclary outperforms other nearby schools, such as McVey (Joseph M.) Elementary and Brookside Elementary, in certain areas. The school's racial diversity and strong support for low socioeconomic status students are strengths, but the fluctuations in the racial makeup of the student population and the high chronic absenteeism rates are areas that the school may need to address to improve overall academic performance.


Detail:

Public K-5

 300 St. Regis Drive
       Newark, DE  19711-3800


(302) 454-2142

District: Christina School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
67th of 106 Delaware Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $21,898 Help


Students who attend Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Shue-Medill Middle School
High:    Newark High School

Student/teacher ratio:  11.5 Help
Number of students:  266

Racial breakdown:

White:
38.7%
Hispanic:
27.8%
African American:
27.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  41.3% Help


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Compare Details Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School ranks worse than 63.2% of elementary schools in Delaware. It also ranks 10th among 14 ranked elementary schools in the Christina School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 35.38. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (38.7%), Hispanic (27.8%), African American (27.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School is 11.5, which is the 8th best among 14 elementary schools in the Christina School District. (See more...)
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Compare Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School employs 23 full-time teachers.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School is $21,898, which is the 3rd highest among 14 elementary schools in the Christina School District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School 67th of 106 Delaware public elementary schools. (See Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Christina School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Christina School District 18th of 32 Delaware school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2011 43.57 58th 91 36.3%
2012 39.63 63rd 90 30.0%
2013 58.92 43rd 91 52.7%
2015 52.30 51st 108 52.8%
2016 39.25 56th 86 34.9%
2017 36.43 57th 86 33.7%
2018 44.78 51st 85 40.0%
2019 64.70 42nd 105 60.0%
2021 50.49 37th 95 61.1%
2022 56.73 37th 104 64.4%
2023 56.75 38th 103 63.1%
2024 35.38 67th 106 36.8%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 77.58 15th 92 83.7%
2022 93.39 2nd 62 96.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 61.62 40th 99 59.6%
2022 64.93 24th 90 73.3%
2023 50.52 39th 89 56.2%
2024 31.10 66th 97 32.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 66.36 32nd 99 67.7%
2022 41.18 53rd 90 41.1%
2023 55.50 36th 89 59.6%
2024 47.97 45th 97 53.6%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 80.07 5th 36 86.1%
2024 70.48 8th 37 78.4%
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Rank History for White students at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools DE State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 60.01 34th 82 58.5%
2021 41.10 38th 65 41.5%
2023 45.42 40th 70 42.9%
2024 43.39 43rd 73 41.1%
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Data source: test scores: Delaware Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 165 40 6 3 0 n/a n/a 0 214
1989 204 38 4 4 0 n/a n/a 0 250
1990 128 48 2 n/a n/a n/a n/a 0 178
1991 137 45 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 185
1992 148 47 5 3 0 n/a n/a 0 203
1993 167 55 8 2 0 n/a n/a 0 232
1994 195 82 16 14 0 n/a n/a 0 307
1995 177 84 14 49 0 n/a n/a 0 324
1996 177 84 14 49 0 n/a n/a 0 324
1997 198 90 14 29 0 n/a n/a 0 331
1998 373 94 21 4 0 n/a n/a 0 492
1999 439 112 19 15 0 n/a n/a 0 585
2000 412 110 15 14 0 n/a n/a 0 551
2001 386 103 22 27 0 n/a n/a 0 538
2002 354 71 27 17 0 n/a n/a 0 469
2003 354 71 27 17 0 n/a n/a 0 469
2004 313 70 22 17 0 n/a n/a 0 422
2005 341 75 20 26 1 n/a n/a 0 463
2006 348 75 21 26 2 n/a n/a 0 472
2007 313 78 23 29 2 n/a n/a 0 445
2008 224 63 11 30 1 n/a n/a 0 329
2009 242 47 13 28 1 n/a n/a 0 331
2010 242 71 8 74 0 n/a n/a 0 395
2011 310 86 14 91 0 0 0 0 501
2012 259 68 10 76 0 1 4 0 418
2013 247 71 7 76 1 0 7 0 409
2014 241 77 6 74 0 0 11 0 409
2015 233 95 10 96 1 0 11 0 446
2016 225 100 9 113 0 0 13 0 460
2017 167 90 6 109 0 0 18 0 390
2018 133 82 11 99 0 0 23 0 348
2019 125 68 8 96 1 0 17 0 315
2020 111 82 8 98 0 0 14 0 313
2021 103 71 7 95 0 0 10 0 286
2022 95 83 6 89 0 0 12 0 285
2023 103 72 6 74 0 0 11 0 266

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 214 11.0 19.4 64
1989 250 12.0 20.8 50
1990 178 12.0 14.8 52.2
1991 185 11.0 16.8 19.5
1992 203 10.0 20.3 17.2
1993 232 17.5 13.3 14.7
1994 307 20.0 15.3 27
1995 324 27.0 12.0 44.1
1996 324 27.0 12.0 44.1
1997 331 29.0 11.4 36
1998 492 43.0 11.4 20.9
1999 585 47.5 12.3 22.1
2000 551 46.1 12.0 17.2
2001 538 54.1 9.9 18.6
2002 469 34.0 13.8 19.2
2003 469 34.0 13.8 19.2
2004 422 29.0 14.6 15.2
2005 463 33.0 14.0 21
2006 472 32.7 14.4 25.2
2007 445 25.0 17.8 23.6
2008 329 22.0 15.0 31.6
2009 331 24.2 13.7 27.8
2010 395 24.6 16.0 46.3
2011 501 29.0 17.2 42.3
2012 418 31.0 13.4 49.5
2013 409 33.0 12.3 46
2014 409 31.0 13.1 31.3
2015 446 31.0 14.3 35.2
2016 460 30.0 15.3 41.3
2017 390 30.0 13.0 n/a
2018 348 32.0 10.8 n/a
2019 315 32.0 9.8 n/a
2020 313 28.0 11.1 n/a
2021 286 28.0 10.2 n/a
2022 285 25.0 11.4 n/a
2023 266 23.0 11.5 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 214 11.0 19.4 64
1989 250 12.0 20.8 50
1990 178 12.0 14.8 52.2
1991 185 11.0 16.8 19.5
1992 203 10.0 20.3 17.2
1993 232 17.5 13.3 14.7
1994 307 20.0 15.3 27
1995 324 27.0 12.0 44.1
1996 324 27.0 12.0 44.1
1997 331 29.0 11.4 36
1998 492 43.0 11.4 20.9
1999 585 47.5 12.3 22.1
2000 551 46.1 12.0 17.2
2001 538 54.1 9.9 18.6
2002 469 34.0 13.8 19.2
2003 469 34.0 13.8 19.2
2004 422 29.0 14.6 15.2
2005 463 33.0 14.0 21
2006 472 32.7 14.4 25.2
2007 445 25.0 17.8 23.6
2008 329 22.0 15.0 31.6
2009 331 24.2 13.7 27.8
2010 395 24.6 16.0 46.3
2011 501 29.0 17.2 42.3
2012 418 31.0 13.4 49.5
2013 409 33.0 12.3 46
2014 409 31.0 13.1 31.3
2015 446 31.0 14.3 35.2
2016 460 30.0 15.3 41.3
2017 390 30.0 13.0 n/a
2018 348 32.0 10.8 n/a
2019 315 32.0 9.8 n/a
2020 313 28.0 11.1 n/a
2021 286 28.0 10.2 n/a
2022 285 25.0 11.4 n/a
2023 266 23.0 11.5 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,015 (4.6%) $26,528 (121.1%) $21,898

Data source: Delaware Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 42nd of 105 Elementary schoolsRanks 38th of 103 Elementary schools
 3.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School)56.152.2
 3.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Christina School District)4532.6
 12.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Delaware)50.538.4
 12.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School)77.343.8
 33.5%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Christina School District)54.835.1
 19.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Delaware)5342.2
 10.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School)48.137.2
 10.9%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Christina School District)41.833.1
 8.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Delaware)53.539.9
 13.6%
4th Grade Mathematics (Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School)61.543.2
 18.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Christina School District)44.432.4
 12%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Delaware)50.839.1
 11.7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School)57.143.6
 13.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Christina School District)47.141.1
 6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Delaware)56.944.1
 12.8%
5th Grade Mathematics (Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School)53.641.5
 12.1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Christina School District)38.227.1
 11.1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Delaware)44.432.3
 12.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students315266
 15.6%
African American6872
 5.9%
American Indian10
 100%
Asian86
 25%
Hispanic9674
 22.9%
Pacific Islander00
White125103
 17.6%
Two or More Races1711
 35.3%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School

In the 2022-23 school year, 266 students attended Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School.

Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School ranks 67th of 106 Delaware elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Shue-Medill Middle School
High : Newark High School

Students at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School are 39% White, 28% Hispanic, 27% African American, 4% Two or more races, 2% Asian.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Delaware Department of Education.

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