Serving 504 students in grades 1-5, Allen Frear Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 63% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Allen Frear Elementary School serves the eastern part of Camden Wyoming, DE, covering an area of approximately 26.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of around 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen Frear Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Allen Frear Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Motto
'Where Educational Excellence is a Tradition'
School Rankings
Allen Frear Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen Frear Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#6 out of 199 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
23%
31%
White
51%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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: Riders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Frear Elementary School's ranking?
Allen Frear Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Allen Frear Elementary School often compared to?
Allen Frear Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W. B. Simpson Elementary School, Booker T. Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Allen Frear Elementary School?
504 students attend Allen Frear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Allen Frear Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen Frear Elementary School?
Allen Frear Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Allen Frear Elementary School offer ?
Allen Frear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen Frear Elementary School part of?
Allen Frear Elementary School is part of Caesar Rodney School District.
In what neighborhood is Allen Frear Elementary School located?
Allen Frear Elementary School is located in the Rising Sun Lebanon neighborhood of Camden Wyoming, DE.
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