Serving 226 students in grades 9-12, Seymour High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seymour High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Seymour, MO, encompassing approximately 120.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seymour High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Seymour High School's student population of 226 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Strengthen today's learners for tomorrow's success
School Rankings
Seymour High 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 Seymour High School is 0.21, 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
#887 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour High School's ranking?
Seymour High School is ranked #887 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO 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 Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Seymour High School?
226 students attend Seymour High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Seymour High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seymour High School?
Seymour High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Seymour High School offer ?
Seymour High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seymour High School part of?
Seymour High School is part of Seymour R-II School District.
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