Serving 407 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 31%). 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 15:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Forest South Elementary School serves the southwest part of Harrington, DE, covering an area of approximately 70.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.5 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Forest South Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Forest South Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest South Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
59%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-year historical data
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 199 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 31% 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?
407 students attend Lake Forest South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lake Forest South Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Forest South Elementary School?
Lake Forest South Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
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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