Serving 234 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 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Math Proficiency: 45%
- Reading Proficiency: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Laurel Early Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Laurel Early Learning Academy's student population of 234 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Laurel Early Learning Academy is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. 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
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
26%
31%
White
41%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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, East Millsboro Elementary School, Milton 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?
234 students attend North Laurel Early Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of North Laurel Early Learning Academy students are White, 26% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Laurel Early Learning Academy?
North Laurel Early Learning Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
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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