Serving 473 students in grades 3-5, Seaford Central 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 51% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seaford Central Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Seaford, DE, encompassing approximately 75.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a furthest boundary reaching 9.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seaford Central Elementary School's student population of 473 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seaford Central 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 Seaford Central Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#42 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)
51%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)12.1%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
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 Seaford Central Elementary School's ranking?
Seaford Central Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Seaford Central Elementary School often compared to?
Seaford Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Seaford Elementary School, Blades Elementary School, Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Seaford Central Elementary School?
473 students attend Seaford Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Seaford Central Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 Seaford Central Elementary School?
Seaford Central Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Seaford Central Elementary School offer ?
Seaford Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seaford Central Elementary School part of?
Seaford Central Elementary School is part of Seaford School District.
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