Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Lake Forest North Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). 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 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- 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 439 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Forest North Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest North Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#19 out of 199 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
19%
31%
White
65%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 North Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Forest North Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
439 students attend Lake Forest North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lake Forest North Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
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 (No virtual instruction).
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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