Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lancashire 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lancashire Elementary School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lancashire Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lancashire Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
27%
30%
White
51%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancashire Elementary School's ranking?
Lancashire Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Lancashire Elementary School often compared to?
Lancashire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Lancashire Elementary School?
515 students attend Lancashire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lancashire Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lancashire Elementary School?
Lancashire Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lancashire Elementary School offer ?
Lancashire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lancashire Elementary School part of?
Lancashire Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Calendar
View the Lancashire Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
PreK-12th Grade Schools Closed / Offices Open (Professional Responsibilities Day)
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Schools Closed / Offices Closed
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (Spring Break)
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (Spring Break)
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (Spring Break)
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
Yes I really like this school. My two boys went , one in middle school now and one still in lancashire..
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