Serving 552 students in grades 1-5, Cedar Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cedar Lane Elementary School's student population of 552 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Lane Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#22 out of 196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
17%
30%
White
51%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
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 Cedar Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Lane Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Cedar Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School, Bunker Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Cedar Lane Elementary School?
552 students attend Cedar Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cedar Lane Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Lane Elementary School?
Cedar Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Lane Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Cedar Lane Elementary School part of?
Cedar Lane Elementary School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed / Offices Open
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School: Gr 12
June 05, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School: Gr K-11
June 12, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day for Teachers
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
August 30, 2024 (Friday)
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