For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 878 students in 19973, DE.
The top ranked public middle school in 19973, DE is Seaford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 19973 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Delaware public middle school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 19973, DE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public middle school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 19973, DE Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Seaford Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 East Stein Highway
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 629-4587
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 629-4587
Grades: 6-8
| 812 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sussex Orthopedic Program
Special Education School
One Delaware Place
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 629-4587
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 629-4587
Grades: PK-12
| 66 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 19973, DE?
The top ranked public middle schools in 19973, DE include Seaford Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 19973?
2 public middle schools are located in 19973.
What is the racial composition of students in 19973?
19973 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public middle schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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