Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, North Laurel Early Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Math Proficiency: 45%
- Reading Proficiency: 45%
- Attendance Zone: North Laurel Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Laurel, DE, covering approximately 110.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Laurel Early Learning Academy's student population of 273 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Laurel Early Learning Academy 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)45%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)45%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lela
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North Laurel Early Learning Academy often compared to?
North Laurel Early Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sussex Academy, Milton Elementary School, East Millsboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% DE state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% DE state average).
How many students attend North Laurel Early Learning Academy?
273 students attend North Laurel Early Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of North Laurel Early Learning Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Laurel Early Learning Academy?
North Laurel Early Learning Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Laurel Early Learning Academy offer ?
North Laurel Early Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Laurel Early Learning Academy part of?
North Laurel Early Learning Academy is part of Laurel School District.
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