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#360 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 20% in state

Seymour High School

High School · Sevier County

732 Boyds Creek RD, Seymour, TN 37865

Enrollment

730

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.9

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#360 of 1,786

In Seymour

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 27

Sevier County

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Seymour High School

7.9/10

High School in Seymour · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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6.1/10

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About Seymour High School

Seymour High School is a public high school in Seymour, TN, part of Sevier County. Seymour High School serves approximately 730 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Seymour High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #360 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Seymour High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.8 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
College Readiness10.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,911
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Seymour High School — Students at Seymour High School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 54.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2018
ELA
44%
2019
ELA
44%
2020*
ELA
51%
2021*
ELA
51%
2025
Math
33.7%
ELA
63.6%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Seymour High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
80th percentile in TN
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·21 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

732 Boyds Creek RD, Seymour, TN 37865

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seymour High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Career Magnet Academy (rated 7.6/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Knoxville), with a comparable rating. Another option is Gary Hardin Academy (rated 7.4/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Sevierville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Carter High School (rated 4.6/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Strawberry Plains), a more accessible option. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Seymour Junior High Seymour 0.2 mi 7.5
Seymour Intermediate Seymour 0.3 mi 6.1
Seymour Primary Seymour 0.3 mi 8.7
THE KING'S ACADEMY Seymour 0.6 mi 6.7
SEYMOUR COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seymour 1.7 mi 4.5
Gap Creek Elementary Knoxville 3.2 mi 7.7
Prospect Elementary School Seymour 4.4 mi 6.4
New Hopewell Elementary Knoxville 4.9 mi 8.3
Gary Hardin Academy Sevierville 4.9 mi 7.4
Boyds Creek Elementary School Sevierville 5.3 mi 7.9
Career Magnet Academy Knoxville 8.6 mi 7.6
Carter Elementary Knoxville 9.7 mi 5.9
South Doyle High School Knoxville 8.0 mi 3.6
Northview Intermediate School Kodak 8.6 mi 6.8
Carter Middle School Strawberry Plains 9.9 mi 4.8
Northview Primary Kodak 8.7 mi 5.0
Pigeon Forge Primary Sevierville 9.0 mi 4.3
Carter High School Strawberry Plains 10.1 mi 4.6
MEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 8.8 mi 7.0
Porter Elementary Maryville 9.0 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,410

Median Home Value

$276,900

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Population

25,113

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

83.6%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

42.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Memphis, TN 7.9
Hume - Fogg High Nashville, TN 8.0
Memphis Rise Academy Memphis, TN 8.0
Riverside High School Decaturville, TN 7.8
Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper Chattanooga, TN 8.2
Sale Creek Middle / High School Sale Creek, TN 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seymour High School

What grades does Seymour High School serve?

Seymour High School serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Seymour High School?

Seymour High School has an enrollment of approximately 730 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Seymour High School is 12.4:1. 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 TN?

Seymour High School ranks #360 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Seymour High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seymour High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sevier County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

Sevier County
District Enrollment
14,435
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,911
District Rank
#6 of 27

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