School Overview
Lake Forest High School, located in Felton, Delaware, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Lake Forest School District. Situated on Killens Pond Road, the school functions as a central hub for the surrounding rural and suburban community, focusing on preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of academic rigor, extracurricular involvement, and vocational preparation. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and civic responsibility, often emphasizing the importance of community pride and school spirit.

Beyond its core curriculum, Lake Forest High School offers a variety of programs designed to cater to diverse student interests, including athletics, arts, and career and technical education (CTE) pathways. By maintaining an active presence in the local community and utilizing modern educational resources, the school strives to equip its students with the skills necessary to navigate both collegiate and professional landscapes. For families and community members, the school serves as a cornerstone of the district, consistently working to align its educational strategies with state standards while maintaining the unique identity of the Lake Forest Spartan community.
870
Total Students
54.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lake Forest High School
Demographic Student Count
White525
Hispanic59
Black201
Asian13
Two or More67
American Indian5
  • White
    525 (60.3 %)
  • Black
    201 (23.1 %)
  • Two or More
    67 (7.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    59 (6.8 %)
  • Asian
    13 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lake Forest School District
Phone: (302)284-9291
Website: http://www.lf.k12.de.us/lfhs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 870
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 54.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 259
Grade 10 215
Grade 11 220
Grade 12 176

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lake Forest High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9259
Grade 10215
Grade 11220
Grade 12176
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lake Forest High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female44651.3%
Male42448.7%