Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Lake Forest East 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Forest East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Forest East Elementary School's student population of 353 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Spartans!
School Rankings
Lake Forest East Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest East Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#33 out of 199 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
18%
31%
White
50%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
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)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest East Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Forest East Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Lake Forest East Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Forest East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Forest North 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest East Elementary School?
353 students attend Lake Forest East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lake Forest East Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Forest East Elementary School?
Lake Forest East Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Forest East Elementary School offer ?
Lake Forest East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Forest East Elementary School part of?
Lake Forest East Elementary School is part of Lake Forest School District.
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