Serving 550 students in grades 4-6, Seymour Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seymour Intermediate's student population of 550 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seymour Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seymour Intermediate is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#624 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour Intermediate's ranking?
Seymour Intermediate is ranked #624 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Seymour Intermediate?
550 students attend Seymour Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Seymour Intermediate students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seymour Intermediate?
Seymour Intermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Seymour Intermediate offer ?
Seymour Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Seymour Intermediate part of?
Seymour Intermediate is part of Sevier County School District.
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