Excellent
#19 of 219 schools in DE
Top 8% in state
Love Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · Cape Henlopen School District
19488 John J. Williams Hwy, Lewes, DE 19958
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#19 of 219
In Lewes
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Cape Henlopen School District
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Love Creek Elementary School
Elementary School in Lewes · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Love Creek Elementary School
Love Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lewes, DE, part of Cape Henlopen School District. Love Creek Elementary School serves approximately 681 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Love Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Love Creek Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- DE avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Love Creek Elementary School — Students at Love Creek Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 56 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.1/10.
How Love Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Love Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
19488 John J. Williams Hwy, Lewes, DE 19958
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Love Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. H. O. Brittingham Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lord Baltimore Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Ocean View), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rehoboth Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Rehoboth Beach), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lewes, see our Lewes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Middle School Lewes | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Cape Henlopen High School Lewes | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Lewes Elementary School Lewes | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Rehoboth Elementary School Rehoboth Beach | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Sussex Consortium Lewes | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Long Neck Elementary School Millsboro | 6.2 mi | 4.9 |
| DELMARVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS MILTON CAMPUS Milton | 9.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Mariner Middle School Milton | 9.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Milton Elementary School Milton | 9.6 mi | 8.2 |
| H. O. Brittingham Elementary School Milton | 10.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Lord Baltimore Elementary School Ocean View | 12.2 mi | 8.3 |
| East Millsboro Elementary School Millsboro | 11.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Millsboro Middle School Millsboro | 11.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Ennis (Howard T.) School Georgetown | 10.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Indian River High School Dagsboro | 12.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Sussex Central High School Georgetown | 11.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Clayton (John M.) Elementary School Frankford | 13.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dagsboro | 13.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Sussex Academy Georgetown | 11.7 mi | 6.5 |
| DELMARVA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Georgetown | 12.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19958 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,445
Median Home Value
$488,900
Median Rent
$1,654/mo
Population
29,599
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
61.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen Frear Elementary School Camden, DE | 8.4 |
| Townsend Elementary School Townsend, DE | 8.4 |
| David E. Robinson Elementary School Wyoming, DE | 8.5 |
| Heritage Elementary School Wilmington, DE | 8.3 |
| Lord Baltimore Elementary School Ocean View, DE | 8.3 |
| West Seaford Elementary School Seaford, DE | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Love Creek Elementary School
What grades does Love Creek Elementary School serve?
Love Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Love Creek Elementary School?
Love Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 681 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Love Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Love Creek Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Love Creek Elementary School rank in DE?
Love Creek Elementary School ranks #19 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Love Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Love Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Love Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Love Creek Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Love Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Love Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Love Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Love Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 681
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sussex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (302) 703-3456
Resources & Links
District
Cape Henlopen School District- District Enrollment
- 6,587
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,712
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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