Serving 305 students in grades 4-6, Seneca Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seneca Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 93.8 square miles around Seneca, MO, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 7.6 miles, reaching up to 13.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Seneca Intermediate School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
EVERY CHILD. EVERY DAY. WHATEVER IT TAKES.
School Rankings
Seneca Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seneca Intermediate School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
17%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Intermediate School's ranking?
Seneca Intermediate School is ranked #673 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Seneca Intermediate School?
305 students attend Seneca Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Seneca Intermediate School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Intermediate School?
Seneca Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Seneca Intermediate School offer ?
Seneca Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seneca Intermediate School part of?
Seneca Intermediate School is part of Seneca R-VII School District.
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