What grades does Major George S. Welch Elementary School serve?

Major George S. Welch Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Dover area.

Where is Major George S. Welch Elementary School located?

Major George S. Welch Elementary School is a urban school in Dover, DE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Major George S. Welch Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Major George S. Welch Elementary School is 12.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Dover, DE?

Schools in Dover include Major George S. Welch Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Dover area.

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Major George S. Welch Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Dover, Delaware|Caesar Rodney School District

Dover, DE 19901

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Nov

Fri

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Thu

Christmas BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Jan

Fri

New Year's DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Jan

Mon

MLK Jr. DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Jan

Fri

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

362

Student:Teacher

12.1:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Caesar Rodney School District

Phone

(302)674-9080

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50-54%

Math Proficiency

35-39%

Chronic Absenteeism

10.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

13 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.2:1

Better than average in DE

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

197

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

59% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,253

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$10,439

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,371

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 67%Local 15%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$362,795

+1.9% 1yr+38.0% 5yr

Dover, DE metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.4%

Below 150% poverty line

6.1%

Unemployment rate

6.9%

Uninsured residents

11.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,689

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,562

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

631 (40%)

Speech/Language Impairment

231 (15%)

Autism

229 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

208 (13%)

Intellectual Disability

66 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

33 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

261

Current enrollment

Declining(-33% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Nov 6, 2026

Early Dismissal

half_day

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Thu, Dec 24, 2026

Christmas Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Caesar Rodney School District. Major George S. Welch Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 29, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	Last Pupil DayDistrict-wide	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Major George S. Welch Elementary School

Major George S. Welch Elementary School currently enrolls 362 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in DE.