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Lewes Private Schools

Lewes has 1 private school, Bethel Preschool of Lewes Inc., with 89 students enrolled.
The school has a Methodist affiliation. Average tuition for Lewes schools was not reported.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Private Schools in Lewes, DE (2026-27)

Map of Bethel Preschool Of Lewes Inc
Bethel Preschool Of Lewes Inc
Gr: PK-K | 89 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
129 W 4th St
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 645-5132
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Lewes, DE Private School Trends

At a Glance:

Lewes, DE has a very small private school presence, with just one private school serving 89 enrolled students. Its main strength is its clear, single-school identity, which may appeal to families looking for a close-knit setting; the main area for improvement is the limited size and choice within the private school landscape.

Highlights:
  • One private school means a simple, easy-to-navigate private school market.
  • Bethel Preschool Of Lewes Inc is the top-ranked school by size/prominence.
  • The school system has a Methodist religious affiliation.
  • A small enrollment of 89 students may suggest a more intimate environment.
Key Considerations:
  • Families have only one private school option in town.
  • With limited school choice, it may be harder to compare different programs, styles, or grade-level paths.
  • The overall private school market is very small, which may not fit families seeking more variety.
1
Private Schools
89
Students
30:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Lewes)
This State (DE)
# Schools
1 School
136 Schools
# Students
89 Students
22,461 Students
0.15
0.59
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
0 Students
39 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
0 Students
853 Students
% Asian Students
0%
4%
# Hispanic Students
0 Students
753 Students
% Hispanic Students
0%
3%
# Black Students
0 Students
1,920 Students
% Black Students
0%
9%
# White Students
7 Students
13,016 Students
% White Students
8%
59%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
8 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
<1%
# Others Students
82 Students
5,547 Students
% of Others Students
92%
25%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
3 Teachers
2,293 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
10:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in Lewes, DE?
1 private schools are located in Lewes, DE.
What percentage of students in Lewes go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in Lewes are educated in private schools (compared to the DE state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Lewes?
100% of private schools in Lewes are religiously affiliated (most commonly Methodist).

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