Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Lake Forest South Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Forest South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Forest South Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Forest South Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest South Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#49 out of 201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
18%
31%
White
63%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest South Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Forest South Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Lake Forest South Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Forest South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Forest East Elementary School, Lake Forest North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest South Elementary School?
371 students attend Lake Forest South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lake Forest South Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Forest South Elementary School?
Lake Forest South Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Forest South Elementary School offer ?
Lake Forest South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Forest South Elementary School part of?
Lake Forest South Elementary School is part of Lake Forest School District.
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