Seneca Intermediate School serves 299 students in grades 4-6.
Seneca Intermediate School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 30% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Seneca Intermediate School's student population of 299 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seneca Intermediate School is ranked within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Seneca Intermediate School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#679 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
1%
15%
White
77%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 #679 out of 2,092 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Seneca Intermediate School?
299 students attend Seneca Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Seneca Intermediate School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seneca Intermediate School?
Seneca Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seneca Intermediate School offer ?
Seneca Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Seneca Intermediate School part of?
Seneca Intermediate School is part of Seneca R-VII School District.
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