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Seymour High School

High School · Seymour School District

2 Botsford Rd., Seymour, CT 06483

Enrollment

598

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#632 of 990

In Seymour

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Seymour School District

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Seymour High School

5.6/10

High School in Seymour · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Seymour High School

Seymour High School is a public high school in Seymour, CT, part of Seymour School District. Seymour High School serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Seymour High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #632 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Seymour High School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • CT avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation14.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,823
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Seymour High School — Students at Seymour High School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
57%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How Seymour High School Compares

See how Seymour High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in CT
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
14.7% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2 Botsford Rd., Seymour, CT 06483

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seymour High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Woodland Regional High School (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Beacon Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emmett O'Brien Technical High School (rated 6.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Ansonia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Shelton High School (rated 6.0/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Shelton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Bungay School Seymour 0.4 mi 6.4
Seymour Middle School Seymour 0.8 mi 4.7
Oxford High School Oxford 2.1 mi 5.9
ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Ansonia 2.7 mi 3.4
Woodland Regional High School Beacon Falls 2.8 mi 6.9
Chatfield-LoPresti School Seymour 2.5 mi 7.7
Ansonia Middle School Ansonia 3.1 mi 5.5
Derby Middle School Derby 3.5 mi 4.7
Derby High School Derby 3.5 mi 4.7
Little Raiders University Derby 3.6 mi 4.4
Great Oak Elementary School Oxford 3.3 mi 6.8
Oxford Middle School Oxford 3.5 mi 4.9
ST MARY & ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Derby 4.0 mi 6.2
Irving School Derby 4.0 mi 5.1
Quaker Farms School Oxford 3.6 mi 6.1
Emmett O'Brien Technical High School Ansonia 3.9 mi 6.2
Prendergast School Ansonia 4.2 mi 3.1
Ansonia High School Ansonia 4.4 mi 5.5
Mead School Ansonia 4.1 mi 2.6
Shelton High School Shelton 4.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06483 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,682

Median Home Value

$344,900

Median Rent

$1,511/mo

Population

16,799

College Educated

34.7%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bloomfield High School Bloomfield, CT 5.6
East Hampton High School East Hampton, CT 5.6
Oliver Wolcott Technical High School Torrington, CT 5.6
ST LUKES SCHOOL New Canaan, CT 5.6
Ansonia High School Ansonia, CT 5.5
Eli Whitney Technical High School Hamden, CT 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seymour High School

What grades does Seymour High School serve?

Seymour High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Seymour High School?

Seymour High School has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seymour High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Seymour High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seymour High School rank in CT?

Seymour High School ranks #632 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Seymour High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seymour High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Seymour High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seymour High School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Seymour High School a charter school?

No, Seymour High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Seymour High School a Title I school?

No, Seymour High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seymour High School?

45.0% of students at Seymour High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Seymour School District
District Enrollment
2,101
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,823
District Rank
#3 of 4

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