Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Blades Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: 46%
- Reading Proficiency: 47%
- Attendance Zone: Blades Elementary School serves the southeast part of Seaford, DE, covering an area of approximately 22.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blades Elementary School's student population of 410 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blades Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)46%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)47%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
39%
20%
Black
29%
31%
White
22%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bluejays
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Blades Elementary School often compared to?
Blades Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seaford Central Elementary School, Frederick Douglass Elementary School, West Seaford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% DE state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% DE state average).
How many students attend Blades Elementary School?
410 students attend Blades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Blades Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blades Elementary School?
Blades Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blades Elementary School offer ?
Blades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blades Elementary School part of?
Blades Elementary School is part of Seaford School District.
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