Serving 847 students in grades 9-12, Lake Forest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Forest High School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Forest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest High School is 0.58, 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
#130 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
25%
30%
White
59%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest High School's ranking?
Lake Forest High School is ranked #130 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Lake Forest High School often compared to?
Lake Forest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caesar Rodney High School, Smyrna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Forest High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Forest High School is 92%, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lake Forest High School?
847 students attend Lake Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lake Forest High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Forest High School?
Lake Forest High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Forest High School offer ?
Lake Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lake Forest High School part of?
Lake Forest High School is part of Lake Forest School District.
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