Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Lake Forest North Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Forest North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Forest North Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Forest North Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest North Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#24 out of 201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
16%
31%
White
69%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
34%
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 North Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Forest North Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Lake Forest North Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Forest North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Forest East Elementary School, Lake Forest South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest North Elementary School?
452 students attend Lake Forest North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lake Forest North Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Forest North Elementary School?
Lake Forest North Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Forest North Elementary School offer ?
Lake Forest North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Lake Forest North Elementary School part of?
Lake Forest North Elementary School is part of Lake Forest School District.
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