Serving 570 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 33% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). 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 equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Silver Lake Elementary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Silver Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
34%
31%
White
40%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Lake Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 201 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, Bunker Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
570 students attend Silver Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Silver Lake Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Lake Elementary School?
Silver Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
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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Date
Schools closed / offices open
August 29, 2025 (Friday)
First day of school: Grade 1-9; KN-last name A-L
September 02, 2025 (Tuesday)
First day of school: Grade 10-12; KN-last name M-Z
September 03, 2025 (Wednesday)
Schools closed / offices open
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Schools / offices closed - Spring Break
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
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