Seymour High School is a public high school located in Seymour, Texas, United States and classified as a 2A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Seymour Independent School District located in central Baylor County.
Serving 170 students in grades 9-12, Seymour High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seymour High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Seymour High School's student population of 170 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Seymour High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seymour High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#770 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
67%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers/lady Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour High School's ranking?
Seymour High School is ranked #770 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seymour High School?
The graduation rate of Seymour High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Seymour High School?
170 students attend Seymour High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Seymour High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seymour High School?
Seymour High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seymour High School offer ?
Seymour High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Seymour High School part of?
Seymour High School is part of Seymour Independent School District.
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