Serving 604 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 35% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). 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 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 35% (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 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Lake Forest Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest Central Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#69 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
21%
31%
White
58%
38%
Two or more races
9%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest Central Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Forest Central Elementary School is ranked #69 out of 199 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
604 students attend Lake Forest Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lake Forest Central Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 15:1.
What grades does Lake Forest Central Elementary School offer ?
Lake Forest Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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