Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School is a public K–5 school in Newark, Delaware, which is a large suburb. The school has about 251 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 11:1, which is better than the average for the district. There are about 23 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, which helps keep class sizes small. The student body is made up of 51% women and 49% men, and it is fairly diverse, with a large minority enrollment. 42% of students at Maclary (R. Elisabeth) Elementary School score at or above proficiency in Math, and 47% score at or above proficiency in Reading/ELA. These levels of proficiency put the school in the middle of the pack when compared to other schools in the state. The school emphasizes fundamental academic development, literacy and mathematics assistance, and comprehensive educational methodologies that promote student involvement. Delaware's average spending per student is in the middle range, and it goes toward instructional materials and programs that help students. The Newark area has stable suburban neighborhoods and a lot of family involvement.