Serving 713 students in grades 7-9, Seymour Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seymour Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Seymour, TN school district, encompassing approximately 597.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 30.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seymour Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Seymour Junior High School's student population of 713 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
713 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Acquisition of Knowledge, Education for Life
School Rankings
Seymour Junior High School 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 Junior High School is 0.24, 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
#521 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Junior High School's ranking?
Seymour Junior High School is ranked #521 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Seymour Junior High School often compared to?
Seymour Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pigeon Forge Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Seymour Junior High School?
713 students attend Seymour Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Seymour Junior High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Seymour Junior High School offer ?
Seymour Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seymour Junior High School part of?
Seymour Junior High School is part of Sevier County School District.
School Reviews
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