Serving 604 students in grades 9-12, Seymour High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seymour High School's attendance zone covers the entire Seymour school district, encompassing approximately 15 square miles around Seymour, CT, with most residents typically within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 2 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seymour High School's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1884
School Motto
The Wildcat Way! Respect yourself and others. Respect environment and property. Respect learning.
School Rankings
Seymour High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seymour High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#480 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour High School's ranking?
Seymour High School is ranked #480 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Seymour High School often compared to?
Seymour High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ansonia High School, Derby High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seymour High School?
The graduation rate of Seymour High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Seymour High School?
604 students attend Seymour High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Seymour High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seymour High School?
Seymour High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Seymour High School offer ?
Seymour High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seymour High School part of?
Seymour High School is part of Seymour School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed for Students-Election Day
November 03, 2026 (Tuesday)
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