Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Seaford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seaford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Seaford Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seaford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seaford Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#199 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
69%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seaford Elementary School's ranking?
Seaford Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Seaford Elementary School often compared to?
Seaford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tabb Elementary School, Coventry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Seaford Elementary School?
473 students attend Seaford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Seaford Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seaford Elementary School?
Seaford Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seaford Elementary School offer ?
Seaford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Seaford Elementary School part of?
Seaford Elementary School is part of York County School District.
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