LAKE FOREST CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lake Forest Central Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lake Forest School District school district, located in Felton, DE with about 615 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, Lake Forest Central Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Lake Forest Central Elementary School, located in Felton, Delaware, serves as a core educational facility within the Lake Forest School District. Situated on Killens Pond Road, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic experience for students in the surrounding rural and suburban community. As part of a district-wide mission, Central Elementary emphasizes the development of essential literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a supportive environment that encourages student growth and social-emotional learning.

The school is known for its commitment to integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining a strong partnership between educators, families, and the community. By utilizing the resources of the Lake Forest School District, Central Elementary provides students with a structured curriculum designed to prepare them for the transition to middle school. With an emphasis on academic achievement and character development, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive and build the groundwork for their future educational success.

For more information, contact Lake Forest Central Elementary School at (302) 284-5810 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.