Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center serves 265 students in grades Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Play - Learn - Grow ... Better Together!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center is 0.71, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
15%
31%
White
43%
38%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 schools are Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Townsend Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center?
265 students attend Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center?
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center offer ?
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center part of?
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Schools closed / offices open
August 28, 2026 (Friday)
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August 31, 2026 (Monday)
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September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
September 04, 2026 (Friday)
Schools Closed/Offices Open
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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