Below Average

#186 of 219 schools in DE

Lake Forest High School

High School · Lake Forest School District

5407 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE 19943

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

918

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

918

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#186 of 219

In Felton

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Lake Forest School District

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About Lake Forest High School

Lake Forest High School is a public high school in Felton, DE, part of Lake Forest School District. Lake Forest High School serves approximately 918 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Forest High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #186 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Forest High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below DE schools

4.7

This school 4.7 · Below Average
DE avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Lake Forest High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

38% of students at Lake Forest High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-3.18 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.2Average25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-6.9 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-15.5 pts

Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-7.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile34th

College Readiness6.8Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate80%

AP Participation10.3%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1

Per-Pupil Spending$16,347

Chronic Absenteeism38.1%

Lake Forest High School — Students at Lake Forest High School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

24.0% (2015 DESSA)

ELA Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

52.6% (2015 DESSA)

Based on 30 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

47%

ELA

52%

2010

Math

59%

ELA

59%

2011

Math

77%

ELA

67%

2012

Math

70%

ELA

69%

2013

Math

72%

ELA

73%

2014

Math

22%

ELA

62%

2015

Math

21.3%

ELA

61.6%

2016

Math

33%

ELA

50%

2017

Math

20%

ELA

44%

2018

Math

20%

ELA

40%

2019

Math

20%

ELA

40%

2020*

Math

27%

ELA

47%

2021*

Math

27%

ELA

47%

2022

Math

17%

ELA

37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Lake Forest High School Compares

See how Lake Forest High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.7/10

16th percentile in DE

Academic

5.2/10

Average

Growth

3.9/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

2.1/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.5

Sports

2 boys' · 2 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

18:1 student-teacher ratio

51 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

38.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered

10.3% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics4sports offered

2 boys'·2 girls'·5 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5407 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE 19943

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Forest High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. POLYTECH High School (rated 6.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Woodside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Caesar Rodney High School (rated 6.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Positive Outcomes Charter School (rated 6.2/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Felton, see our Felton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Lake Forest Central Elementary School Felton	0.2 mi	602	6.1
Lake Forest North Elementary School Felton	1.7 mi	439	6.2
Lake Forest South Elementary School Harrington	4.3 mi	371	6.3
Chipman (W.T.) Middle School Harrington	4.4 mi	939	4.9
Delaware Early Childhood Center Harrington	4.8 mi	70	4.8
Lake Forest East Elementary School Frederica	4.4 mi	340	5.5
POLYTECH High School Woodside	5.8 mi	1,225	6.4
David E. Robinson Elementary School Wyoming	6.9 mi	574	8.5
CENTRAL DE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover	7.3 mi	100	6.6
Star Hill Elementary School Dover	7.8 mi	124	2.6
Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School Dover	7.8 mi	512	5.3
J. Ralph McIlvaine Early Childhood Center Magnolia	7.1 mi	479	5.3
F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden	8.0 mi	615	4.3
Magnolia Middle School Magnolia	7.7 mi	434	7.6
Allen Frear Elementary School Camden	8.1 mi	633	8.4
Positive Outcomes Charter School Camden	8.4 mi	122	6.2
John S. Charlton School Camden	8.2 mi	260	2.9
Fred Fifer III Middle School Camden	8.9 mi	786	6.1
SOUTHERN MEADOW SCHOOL Wyoming	8.6 mi	28	—
Caesar Rodney High School Camden	9.0 mi	2,242	6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19943 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,247

Median Home Value

$287,200

Median Rent

$1,262/mo

Population

13,167

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

87.3%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

45.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Forest High School

What grades does Lake Forest High School serve?

Lake Forest High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lake Forest High School?

Lake Forest High School has an enrollment of approximately 918 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Forest High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Forest High School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Forest High School rank in DE?

Lake Forest High School ranks #186 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Lake Forest High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Forest High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lake Forest High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Forest High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lake Forest High School a charter school?

No, Lake Forest High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Forest High School a Title I school?

No, Lake Forest High School is not currently a Title I school.