Serving 633 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 58% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Allen Frear Elementary School's student population of 633 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Allen Frear Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen Frear Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
22%
31%
White
52%
39%
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
37%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Frear Elementary School's ranking?
Allen Frear Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 201 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
633 students attend Allen Frear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Allen Frear Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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 (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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