Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lombardy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lombardy Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lombardy 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 Lombardy Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#69 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
30%
31%
White
56%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lombardy Elementary School's ranking?
Lombardy Elementary School is ranked #69 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Lombardy Elementary School often compared to?
Lombardy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrcroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Lombardy Elementary School?
460 students attend Lombardy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lombardy Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lombardy Elementary School?
Lombardy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lombardy Elementary School offer ?
Lombardy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lombardy Elementary School part of?
Lombardy Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
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