LAKE FOREST SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lake Forest South Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lake Forest School District school district, located in Harrington, DE with about 479 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. 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 33 teachers, Lake Forest South Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 South Elementary School, located in Harrington, Delaware, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Lake Forest School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on the holistic development of its students, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is committed to preparing its young learners for future success by integrating rigorous academic standards with character education, ensuring that students develop both the intellectual tools and the social skills necessary to thrive in an evolving society.

Beyond the classroom, Lake Forest South prioritizes a collaborative community atmosphere that encourages the active involvement of families and local stakeholders. By offering a variety of extracurricular opportunities and utilizing modern instructional strategies, the school strives to accommodate diverse learning needs and cultivate a lifelong passion for discovery. With a clear mission to provide high-quality education in a safe and inclusive setting, Lake Forest South Elementary remains a central pillar of the Harrington community, dedicated to empowering every child who walks through its doors.

For more information, contact Lake Forest South Elementary School at (302) 398-8011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.