Serving 427 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Math Proficiency: 38%
- Reading Proficiency: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Seaford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Seaford Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Seaford Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. 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
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
42%
31%
White
27%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
427 students attend West Seaford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of West Seaford Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 14:1.
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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