Serving 559 students in grades 1-5, Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School's student population of 559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Welcome to Olive B. Loss Elementary School! Home of the Owls.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 199 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
31%
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
17%
31%
White
38%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School's ranking?
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School often compared to?
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School?
559 students attend Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School?
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School offer ?
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School part of?
Loss (Olive B.) Elementary School is part of Appoquinimink School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools closed / offices open
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
Last day Grade K-11
June 12, 2026 (Friday)
Schools closed / offices open
August 28, 2026 (Friday)
First day of school: Grade 1-9
August 31, 2026 (Monday)
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