Serving 677 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 15:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- 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 677 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.63, 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
#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
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
21%
30%
White
56%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
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
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 Booker T. Washington Elementary School, Academy Of Dover Charter 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?
677 students attend Allen Frear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Allen Frear Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 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 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.
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.
School Calendar
View the Allen Frear Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed / Teachers In-Service
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
Schools Closed / Teachers In-Service
August 26, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed (District Office Open)
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed Labor Day (District Office Closed)
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Teacher In-Service
September 10, 2024 (Tuesday)
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