Serving 552 students in grades 1-5, Silver Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
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 Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Lake Elementary School serves the west part of Middletown, DE, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Lake Elementary School's student population of 552 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Silver Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lake Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#71 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
35%
31%
White
39%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Lake Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Silver Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brick Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Silver Lake Elementary School?
552 students attend Silver Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Silver Lake Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Lake Elementary School?
Silver Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Elementary School offer ?
Silver Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Lake Elementary School part of?
Silver Lake Elementary School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools closed / offices open
August 28, 2026 (Friday)
First day of school: Grade 1-9
August 31, 2026 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open
September 04, 2026 (Friday)
Schools Closed/Offices Open
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Schools/Offices closed for Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
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