Serving 1,134 students in grades 1-6, Laurel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 1,134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Laurel Elementary School's student population of 1,134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Laurel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Elementary School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
22%
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
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 Laurel Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Laurel Elementary School?
1,134 students attend Laurel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Laurel Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Elementary School?
Laurel Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Elementary School part of?
Laurel Elementary School is part of Laurel School District.
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