Serving 188 students in grades 5-8, Seymour Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Seymour Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Seymour school district, covering approximately 908 square miles in Seymour, TX. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 16.8 miles, and the furthest edge located 24.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seymour Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Seymour Middle School's student population of 188 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
188 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Seymour Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seymour Middle School is 0.51, 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
#931 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
24%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour Middle School's ranking?
Seymour Middle School is ranked #931 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Seymour Middle School?
188 students attend Seymour Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Seymour Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seymour Middle School?
Seymour Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seymour Middle School offer ?
Seymour Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Seymour Middle School part of?
Seymour Middle School is part of Seymour Independent School District.
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