Serving 634 students in grades 1-5, Cedar Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 67% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Lane Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Middletown, DE, covering an area of approximately 25.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 6.7 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cedar Lane Elementary School's student population of 634 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Cedar Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Lane Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 199 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
34%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
38%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
Showing 2001–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Lane Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Brick Mill Elementary School, Bunker Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Cedar Lane Elementary School?
634 students attend Cedar Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Cedar Lane Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 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 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cedar Lane Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Lane Elementary School part of?
Cedar Lane Elementary School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
View the Cedar Lane Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed/Offices Open
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Schools/Offices closed for Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
Schools Closed/Offices Open (in lieu of spring conferences)
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day Grades K-11
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of School; Grades 1-9
August 30, 2027 (Monday)
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