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Seymour Senior High School

High School · Seymour Community Schools

1350 W 2nd St, Seymour, IN 47274

Enrollment

1,726

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,372 of 1,823

In Seymour

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Seymour Community Schools

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Seymour Senior High School

5.1/10

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

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About Seymour Senior High School

Seymour Senior High School is a public high school in Seymour, IN, part of Seymour Community Schools. Seymour Senior High School serves approximately 1,726 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Seymour Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,372 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Seymour Senior High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.3 pts below IN schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • IN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate81%
AP Participation15.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,276
Chronic Absenteeism22.6%

Seymour Senior High School — Students at Seymour Senior High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
76%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
25%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Seymour Senior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in IN
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
97 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
15.1% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

1350 W 2nd St, Seymour, IN 47274

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seymour Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brownstown Central High School (rated 7.0/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Brownstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crothersville Jr-Sr High School (rated 5.8/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Crothersville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Emerson Elementary School Seymour 0.6 mi 8.6
ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Seymour 0.9 mi 7.3
Seymour-Jackson Elementary School Seymour 1.5 mi 3.2
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seymour 1.5 mi
Seymour-Redding Elementary School Seymour 1.7 mi 4.7
Margaret R Brown Elementary School Seymour 1.7 mi 3.6
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seymour 2.1 mi 3.4
Seymour Middle School Seymour 1.8 mi 4.3
TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Seymour 2.5 mi 7.4
Cortland Elementary School Seymour 3.3 mi 7.2
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seymour 6.7 mi 5.9
WHITE CREEK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus 7.7 mi 6.9
LUTHERAN CENTRAL SCHOOL Brownstown 9.0 mi 6.8
Brownstown Central High School Brownstown 8.9 mi 7.0
Brownstown Elementary School Brownstown 9.2 mi 5.2
Brownstown Central Middle School Brownstown 9.2 mi 5.8
Hayden Elementary School Hayden 9.2 mi 6.0
Crothersville Jr-Sr High School Crothersville 11.6 mi 5.8
Crothersville Elementary School Crothersville 11.6 mi 3.4
Mount Healthy Elementary School Columbus 11.6 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,186

Median Home Value

$187,800

Median Rent

$956/mo

Population

32,786

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

37.6

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Terre Haute North Vigo High School Terre Haute, IN 5.2
Concord Community High School Elkhart, IN 4.9
New Haven Jr/Sr High School New Haven, IN 4.9
Jefferson High School Lafayette, IN 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seymour Senior High School

What grades does Seymour Senior High School serve?

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

How many students attend Seymour Senior High School?

Seymour Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,726 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Seymour Senior High School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seymour Senior High School rank in IN?

Seymour Senior High School ranks #1,372 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Seymour Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seymour Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seymour Senior High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Seymour Senior High School a charter school?

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

Is Seymour Senior High School a Title I school?

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

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

47.5% of students at Seymour Senior 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,726
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
97
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.6%
4-Year Graduation
81.0%

District

Seymour Community Schools
District Enrollment
5,473
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,276
District Rank
#3 of 7

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