Serving 602 students in grades 4-5, Lake Forest Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Forest Central Elementary School's student population of 602 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Forest Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest Central Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#76 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
20%
31%
White
60%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest Central Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Forest Central Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Lake Forest Central Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Forest Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Forest High School, Lake Forest North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest Central Elementary School?
602 students attend Lake Forest Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lake Forest Central Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Forest Central Elementary School?
Lake Forest Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Forest Central Elementary School offer ?
Lake Forest Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Lake Forest Central Elementary School part of?
Lake Forest Central Elementary School is part of Lake Forest School District.
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