LOSS (OLIVE B.) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Appoquinimink School District school district, located in Bear, DE with about 622 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Olive B. Loss Elementary School, located in Bear, Delaware, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Appoquinimink School District. Named in honor of Olive B. Loss, a dedicated educator and long-time community figure, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and rigorous learning environment for its students. The school places a heavy emphasis on academic excellence, character development, and the cultivation of a strong school community, aiming to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond.
The school is well-regarded for its collaborative approach, involving active participation from parents, teachers, and local stakeholders to create a comprehensive educational experience. Beyond the core curriculum, the school encourages student involvement in a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs designed to promote social-emotional growth and well-rounded development. By focusing on both individual student needs and the collective school culture, Olive B. Loss Elementary strives to remain a foundational pillar for families in the Bear community.
For more information, contact Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School at (302) 832-1343 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bear, DE 19701
(302) 832-1343
http://www.olivebloss.org/
LOSS (OLIVE B.) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Bear, DE with about 622 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Delaware
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Appoquinimink School District
- Total Students:
- 622
- Teachers:
- 38
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 622 students
- White
- 58.4%
- Asian
- 16.4%
- Black or African American
- 15.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.4%
- Two or more races
- 3.9%
- Female
- 46.0%
- Male
- 54.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.