Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Oak Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Forest Oak 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 Forest Oak Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
51%
20%
Black
9%
31%
White
34%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
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 is Forest Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Oak Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Forest Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Downes (John R.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Forest Oak Elementary School?
452 students attend Forest Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Forest Oak Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Oak Elementary School?
Forest Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Oak Elementary School offer ?
Forest Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Oak Elementary School part of?
Forest Oak Elementary School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
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