What grades does Galena Elementary School serve?

Galena Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in Galena, MD. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Galena Elementary School located?

Galena Elementary School is located at Galena, MD in a rural area.

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

Galena Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1.

What schools are in Galena, MD?

Galena, MD is served by the local school district. Galena Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Galena Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Galena, Maryland|Kent County Public Schools

Galena, MD 21635

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First Day of SchoolEvent

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Oct

Fri

Professional Development / MSEA ConferenceStaff Day

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Oct

Fri

Professional Development / MSEA ConferenceStaff Day

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Wed

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

291

Student:Teacher

11.2:1

Locale

Rural

District

Kent County Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

50.9%

Phone

(410)648-5132

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

10-14%

Math Proficiency

6-9%

Chronic Absenteeism

18.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

13 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1

Better than average in MD

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

268

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

27.2

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.2

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$22,237

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$13,179

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$26,564

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 16%State 34%Local 50%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.1%

Below 150% poverty line

3.3%

Unemployment rate

4.3%

Uninsured residents

9.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

235

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

205

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

70%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

61 (30%)

Other Health Impairment

50 (24%)

Autism

35 (17%)

Intellectual Disability

11 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

7 (3%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

309

Current enrollment

Stable(-5% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 31, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Mon, Aug 31, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Fri, Oct 16, 2026

Professional Development / MSEA Conference

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Professional Development / MSEA Conference No School - Kent County Public Schools	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Professional Development / MSEA Conference No School - Kent County Public Schools	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Thanksgiving Break - Kent County Public Schools	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Thanksgiving Break - Kent County Public Schools	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break Winter Break - Kent County Public Schools	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break Winter Break - Kent County Public Schools	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day No School - Kent County Public Schools	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day No School - Kent County Public Schools	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day No School - Kent County Public Schools	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day No School - Kent County Public Schools	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break Spring Break - Kent County Public Schools	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break Spring Break - Kent County Public Schools	Break	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Memorial Day Weekend Memorial Day Weekend - Kent County Public Schools	Holiday	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Memorial Day Weekend Memorial Day Weekend - Kent County Public Schools	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	Last Day of School Last Day of School - Kent County Public Schools	Event	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	Last Day of School Last Day of School - Kent County Public Schools	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Galena Elementary School

Galena Elementary School has a total enrollment of 291 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Galena, MD.