University of Delaware Lab School
Alternative school · Grades Pre-K–K
Newark, DE
459 Wyoming Rd, Newark, DE 19716
Overall grade: A-
ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.
- AClass size
- BYears serving families
What stands out
- The only preschool in Newark
- Smaller classes than 72% of preschools nationwide
University of Delaware Lab School is an independent private school in Newark, Delaware, for students from pre-K through kindergarten. It has about 5 students and around 3 students per teacher, smaller classes than 72% of preschool programs nationwide. Students attend about 6.5 hours a day, 156 days a year.
At a glance
- Grades
- Grades Pre-K–K
- Students
- 5
- Teachers
- 2 (full-time equivalent)
- Students per teacher
- 2.5
- Boys and girls
- Coed · 3 girls, 2 boys
- Religious affiliation
- None (nonsectarian)
- Program
- Alternative school
- School day
- About 6.5 hours
- School year
- 156 days
- Library
- Yes
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How it compares
- Smaller classes than 72% of preschool programs nationwide (3 students per teacher).
- A smaller school: fewer students than 82% of preschool programs nationwide.
- Compared with 2,421 preschool programs nationwide.
Students by grade
Student body
Member of
- National Association for the Education of Young Children
- International Association of Laboratory Schools
Questions to ask on a tour
- What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
- Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
- Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
- How big are classes in my child's grade?
- What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
- Is the school accredited, and by whom?
- What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
- How does the school communicate with families?
Questions about University of Delaware Lab School
What grades does University of Delaware Lab School serve?
University of Delaware Lab School serves grades Pre-K–K.
How many students attend University of Delaware Lab School?
About 5 students, with 3 students per teacher, according to official records.
How much is tuition at University of Delaware Lab School?
Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans.
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