Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maple Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Maple Lane Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Maple Lane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maple Lane Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#178 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
35%
31%
White
36%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Maple Lane Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Maple Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Maple Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claymont Elementary School, Lancashire Elementary School, Mount Pleasant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Maple Lane Elementary School?
358 students attend Maple Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Maple Lane Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple Lane Elementary School?
Maple Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maple Lane Elementary School offer ?
Maple Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maple Lane Elementary School part of?
Maple Lane Elementary School is part of Brandywine School District.
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