A
Very Good
87/100

Blades Elementary School

📚 K – 02 🏫 Elementary
📍 900 South Arch Street, Blades, DE 19973
87
Repit Score
out of 100
405
Students
enrolled
15.6:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$19K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $18,856 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 900 South Arch Street
City Blades
ZIP Code 19973
District 1001530
NCES School ID 100153000020
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 19973

Understanding the community around Blades Elementary School helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $61,849
Per Capita Income $32,295
Poverty Rate 9.8%
Households Earning $100K+ 30.1%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.6%
High School or Higher 86.6%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $241,100
Median Rent $1,044
Owner-Occupied 74.5%
Renter-Occupied 25.5%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Blades Elementary School.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino 40.0%
White 24.2%
Black 24.9%
Two or More Races 10.4%
Asian 0.3%
American Indian 0.3%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 405
Teachers (FTE) 26.0
Student:Teacher Ratio 15.6:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Blades Elementary School?
Blades Elementary School has a Repit School Score of 87 out of 100, earning a grade of A. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Blades Elementary School?
Blades Elementary School has 405 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.6:1.
What grades does Blades Elementary School serve?
Blades Elementary School serves grades K – 02 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Blades Elementary School receive per student?
Blades Elementary School receives $18,856 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Blades Elementary School in 19973 ▼
Avg Home Value
$319,695
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,134
1-Year Change
+6.2%
% Renters
25.5%

Other Schools in 19973

A+

Frederick Douglass Elementary School

03 – 05 • Elementary
Repit Score 92/100
A

Seaford Middle School

06 – 08 • Middle
Repit Score 89/100
A

Seaford Central Elementary School

03 – 05 • Elementary
Repit Score 87/100
A

West Seaford Elementary School

K – 02 • Elementary
Repit Score 87/100
B+

Seaford Senior High School

09 – 12 • High School
Repit Score 84/100
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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026