Serving 1,145 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 19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 1,145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 19% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Laurel Elementary School's student population of 1,145 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,145 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
29%
20%
Black
23%
31%
White
38%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Laurel School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 199 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
1,145 students attend Laurel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Laurel Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 8% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
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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