Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-2, West Seaford Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Math Proficiency: 38%
- Reading Proficiency: 43%
- Attendance Zone: West Seaford Elementary School serves the southwest part of Seaford, DE, covering an area of approximately 17.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Seaford Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Seaford 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)38%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)43%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)14.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 schools are West Seaford Elementary School often compared to?
West Seaford 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% DE state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% DE state average).
How many students attend West Seaford Elementary School?
424 students attend West Seaford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of West Seaford Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Seaford Elementary School?
West Seaford Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Seaford Elementary School offer ?
West Seaford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Seaford Elementary School part of?
West Seaford Elementary School is part of Seaford School District.
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