Serving 828 students in grades 6-8, Seaford Middle 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 19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seaford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Seaford Middle School's student population of 828 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
828 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seaford Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seaford Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
35%
31%
White
28%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seaford Middle School's ranking?
Seaford Middle School is ranked #135 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Seaford Middle School often compared to?
Seaford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Middle School, Woodbridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Seaford Middle School?
828 students attend Seaford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Seaford Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seaford Middle School?
Seaford Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seaford Middle School offer ?
Seaford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Seaford Middle School part of?
Seaford Middle School is part of Seaford School District.
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