Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lancashire 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 48% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lancashire Elementary School serves the northern part of Wilmington, DE, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lancashire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lancashire Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
16 Great Schools. 1 Strong Community.
School Rankings
Lancashire 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 Lancashire Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#44 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancashire Elementary School's ranking?
Lancashire Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Lancashire Elementary School often compared to?
Lancashire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Lancashire Elementary School?
510 students attend Lancashire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lancashire Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lancashire Elementary School?
Lancashire Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lancashire Elementary School offer ?
Lancashire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lancashire Elementary School part of?
Lancashire Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Reviews
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