Allen Frear Elementary School serves 663 students in grades 1-5.
Allen Frear Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Allen Frear Elementary School's student population of 663 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Allen Frear Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Allen Frear Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#35 out of 196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
22%
30%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Frear Elementary School's ranking?
Allen Frear Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Allen Frear Elementary School?
663 students attend Allen Frear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Allen Frear Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allen Frear Elementary School?
Allen Frear Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Allen Frear Elementary School offer ?
Allen Frear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Allen Frear Elementary School part of?
Allen Frear Elementary School is part of Caesar Rodney School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Teacher In-Service Schools Closed
May 26, 2023 (Friday)
Memorial Day Schools Closed (District Office Closed)
May 29, 2023 (Monday)
First Day of Summer School
June 20, 2023 (Tuesday)
Summer School Closed (District Office Closed)
July 04, 2023 (Tuesday)
Last Day of Summer School
July 20, 2023 (Thursday)
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