Lord Baltimore Elementary School

Lord Baltimore Elementary School stands as one of Delaware's premier elementary institutions, serving 566 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Ocean View. With an impressive MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10, the school ranks third among all 220 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 99th percentile for academic achievement. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.9 to 1 with 44 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students receive focused attention.

Academic performance is particularly strong, with 65% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 64% demonstrate proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. These results earn the school an exceptional academic score of 9.7 out of 10. Located at 120 Atlantic Avenue in Ocean View, the school serves a community where the median household income reaches $88,739 and nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The area reflects a stable residential environment with a median home value of $450,300, though 13.7% of the population experiences poverty, demonstrating the school's ability to serve students from diverse economic backgrounds effectively. Lord Baltimore Elementary operates in Sussex County's coastal town setting, providing students with both excellent academics and the unique character of Delaware's shoreline community.