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#136 of 219 schools in DE

Loss (olive B.) Elementary School

Elementary School · Appoquinimink School District

200 Brennan Boulevard, Bear, DE 19701

Enrollment

559

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.9

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Delaware schools

#136 of 219

In Bear

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#14 of 20

Appoquinimink School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Loss (olive B.) Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Bear · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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8.1/10

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About Loss (olive B.) Elementary School

Loss (olive B.) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bear, DE, part of Appoquinimink School District. Loss (olive B.) Elementary School serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Loss (olive B.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 219 schools in DE.

Structured state assessment records for Loss (olive B.) Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • DE avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.6% (2025 DESSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.9% (2025 DESSA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 DESSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 DESSA)
vs. Expected+14.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,023
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Loss (olive B.) Elementary School — Students at Loss (olive B.) Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)
ELA Proficiency 77.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2015-2025)

Based on 90 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
91%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
79.2%
ELA
85.6%
2016
Math
79.6%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
80.2%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
79.9%
ELA
87.1%
2019
Math
77.9%
ELA
82.1%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
59.9%
ELA
69.8%
2022
Math
66.5%
ELA
68%
2023
Math
60.6%
ELA
60.6%
2024
Math
56.8%
ELA
55.9%
2025
Math
60.6%
ELA
60.8%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Loss (olive B.) Elementary School Compares

See how Loss (olive B.) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
38th percentile in DE
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Location

200 Brennan Boulevard, Bear, DE 19701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Loss (olive B.) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Lane Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Middletown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lorewood Grove Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Middletown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Keene (William B.) Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bear, see our Bear schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School Newark 2.8 mi 5.9
Keene (William B.) Elementary School Newark 3.0 mi 8.1
CARAVEL ACADEMY Bear 3.0 mi 6.4
AQUINAS ACADEMY Bear 2.6 mi 6.5
CHRIST THE TEACHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Newark 3.2 mi 6.5
Brader (Henry M.) Elementary School Newark 4.5 mi 7.1
Lorewood Grove Elementary School Middletown 3.8 mi 8.7
Glasgow High School Newark 4.8 mi 3.8
Oberle (William) Elementary School Bear 4.5 mi 8.0
Thomson Estates Elementary Elkton 4.3 mi 4.6
Waters (Alfred G.) Middle School Middletown 4.9 mi 7.7
Wilbur (Kathleen H.) Elementary Bear 4.3 mi 6.0
RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bear 4.5 mi 5.4
Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center Middletown 4.9 mi 5.6
RED LION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bear 4.6 mi 8.0
Cedar Lane Elementary School Middletown 5.0 mi 8.8
St. Georges Technical High School Middletown 4.6 mi 6.9
THE NEW SCHOOL Newark 5.5 mi 6.6
Holly Hall Elementary Elkton 4.8 mi 4.0
Leasure (May B.) Elementary School Newark 5.3 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,856

Median Home Value

$337,800

Median Rent

$1,732/mo

Population

44,801

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

79.9%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Loss (olive B.) Elementary School

What grades does Loss (olive B.) Elementary School serve?

Loss (olive B.) Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Loss (olive B.) Elementary School?

Loss (olive B.) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Loss (olive B.) Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Loss (olive B.) Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Loss (olive B.) Elementary School rank in DE?

Loss (olive B.) Elementary School ranks #136 of 219 schools in DE.

What is Loss (olive B.) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Loss (olive B.) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Loss (olive B.) Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Loss (olive B.) Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Loss (olive B.) Elementary School a charter school?

No, Loss (olive B.) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Loss (olive B.) Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Loss (olive B.) Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Castle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Appoquinimink School District
District Enrollment
12,945
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,023
District Rank
#14 of 20

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