Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Seymour Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seymour Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Seymour school district, covering an area of approximately 169.2 square miles in Seymour, IN. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seymour Middle School's student population of 778 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Seymour Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seymour Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1284 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
48%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour Middle School's ranking?
Seymour Middle School is ranked #1284 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Seymour Middle School?
778 students attend Seymour Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Seymour Middle School students are White, 47% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seymour Middle School?
Seymour Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Seymour Middle School offer ?
Seymour Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seymour Middle School part of?
Seymour Middle School is part of Seymour Community Schools.
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