Oberle (William) Elementary School

Oberle Elementary School in Bear hosts students from grades K-5.

Students in Bear can attend Oberle Elementary School, home of the penguins.

Oberle Elementary School in Bear has a 14 to 1 student-teacher ratio.

Oberle Elementary has a brightly colored and welcoming entrance for students in Bear.

Students at Oberle Elementary in Bear can find a new book at the little free libraries.

At recess students can enjoy a large playground at Oberle Elementary School in Bear.

Oberle Elementary School is tucked away in Bear on South Caledonia Way.

Oberle (William) Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

500 Caledonia Way, Bear, DE

Christina School District

654 Students

C+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Dollard, Marilyn

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1

Math Proficiency
23%

Reading Proficiency
24%

C+

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

24%

Math Proficiency

23%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

13:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

17.4%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male

51.4%

Female

48.6%

Hispanic

46%

Black

33.7%

White

16.6%

Two or more races

Asian or Pacific Islander

<1%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

Native American

<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

4.0 parent

8/14/2025

Great school, my son attend this school and the attention and care they give to ensure he has help and support I truly appreciate it. He enjoy attending school and the teacher understands him very well. Thank you for taking the time and patience to work with my son. This was his first year, let’s so...

1.0 parent

4/24/2024

Lack of communication from teachers, I agree that English speaking children are at a huge disadvantage at this school. Office staff is extremely rude

5.0 parent

12/1/2016

All three of my children when to oberle and we loved it. The teachers are the best !!! From kindergarten to 5th grade every teacher was very helpful,caring and kind.

1.0 parent

8/1/2013

This school is the newest in the district, and yet the front office staff is often rude, as if you're bothering them to do their jobs. The Admin is less than savory, but many staff members, and teachers are very dedicated. There are many challenges in this school overall. Their PTA never seems to ta...

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Delaware New Castle County Bear 19701

Oberle (William) Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Bear, DE, in the Bear neighborhood, and is served by the Christina School District in Delaware. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 654 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 23% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 24% are proficient in reading. Oberle (William) Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $368,309. Discover additional schools in the area, like Glasgow High School, Red Lion Christian Academy, Caravel Academy, and more. Learn more about what Bear has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Oberle (William) Elementary School.

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