For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,551 students in Seymour, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Seymour, TN are Prospect Elementary School, Seymour Intermediate and Seymour Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Seymour, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Seymour have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Seymour, TN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prospect Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1535 Burnett Station Rd
Seymour, TN 37865
(865) 980-1565
Seymour, TN 37865
(865) 980-1565
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Seymour Intermediate
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
737 Boyds Creek Hwy
Seymour, TN 37865
(865) 609-0030
Seymour, TN 37865
(865) 609-0030
Gr: 4-6 | 531 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Seymour Primary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
717 Boyds Creek Rd
Seymour, TN 37865
(865) 577-5970
Seymour, TN 37865
(865) 577-5970
Gr: PK-3 | 697 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Seymour, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Seymour, TN include Prospect Elementary School, Seymour Intermediate and Seymour Primary.
How many public elementary schools are located in Seymour?
3 public elementary schools are located in Seymour.
What is the racial composition of students in Seymour?
Seymour public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Seymour are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Seymour include: Seymour Intermediate vs. Seymour Primary, Prospect Elementary School vs. Seymour Primary, Seymour Primary vs. Prospect Elementary School
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