What grades does Lewes Elementary School serve?

Lewes Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Lewes area.

Where is Lewes Elementary School located?

Lewes Elementary School is a town school in Lewes, DE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewes Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lewes Elementary School is 13.3:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Lewes, DE?

Schools in Lewes include Lewes Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Lewes area.

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Lewes Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Lewes, Delaware|Cape Henlopen School District

Lewes, DE 19958

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

570

Student:Teacher

13.3:1

Locale

Town

District

Cape Henlopen School District

Phone

(302)645-7748

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

60%

82th percentile in DE

Math Proficiency

58%

95th percentile in DE

Chronic Absenteeism

12.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

25 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.1:1

Near average in DE

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

538

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

54% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$20,712

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,042

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$24,282

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 52%Local 41%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

6.9%

Uninsured residents

10.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,420

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,282

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

392 (31%)

Autism

330 (26%)

Speech/Language Impairment

188 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

176 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

54 (4%)

Intellectual Disability

43 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

620

Current enrollment

Stable(+9% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Labor Day Holiday

Holiday

Wed, Sep 9, 2026

First Pupil Day

Event

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	First Pupil Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas Break	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's Day	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. Day	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents Day	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	Last Pupil Day	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lewes Elementary School

Lewes Elementary School has a total enrollment of 570 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Lewes, DE.