Serving 531 students in grades 4-6, Seymour Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seymour Intermediate's student population of 531 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Soaring Tomorrow
School Rankings
Seymour Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seymour Intermediate is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#676 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
90%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour Intermediate's ranking?
Seymour Intermediate is ranked #676 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Seymour Intermediate often compared to?
Seymour Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Seymour Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Seymour Intermediate?
531 students attend Seymour Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Seymour Intermediate students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Seymour Intermediate offer ?
Seymour Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seymour Intermediate part of?
Seymour Intermediate is part of Sevier County School District.
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