Serving 456 students in grades 3-5, Frederick Douglass Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frederick Douglass Elementary School serves the northern part of Seaford, DE, covering an attendance area of approximately 34.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Douglass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Frederick Douglass Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Never forget, we are FREDstrong!
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Douglass Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#51 out of 199 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Douglass Elementary School's ranking?
Frederick Douglass Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Frederick Douglass Elementary School often compared to?
Frederick Douglass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seaford Central Elementary School, Blades Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Elementary School?
456 students attend Frederick Douglass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Frederick Douglass Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederick Douglass Elementary School?
Frederick Douglass Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Frederick Douglass Elementary School offer ?
Frederick Douglass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick Douglass Elementary School part of?
Frederick Douglass Elementary School is part of Seaford School District.
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