Serving 722 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seymour Junior High School's student population of 722 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seymour Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seymour Junior High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour Junior High School's ranking?
Seymour Junior High School is ranked #566 out of 1,761 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
722 students attend Seymour Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Seymour Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seymour Junior High School?
Seymour Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Seymour Junior High School offer ?
Seymour Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
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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