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Seymour Intermediate

Middle School · Sevier County

737 Boyds Creek HWY, Seymour, TN 37865

Enrollment

548

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,041 of 1,786

In Seymour

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#17 of 27

Sevier County

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Seymour Intermediate

6.1/10

Middle School in Seymour · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Seymour Primary

8.7/10

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7.9/10

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About Seymour Intermediate

Seymour Intermediate is a public middle school in Seymour, TN, part of Sevier County. Seymour Intermediate serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Seymour Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,041 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Seymour Intermediate show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.8 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,911
Chronic Absenteeism24.6%

Seymour Intermediate — Students at Seymour Intermediate score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
42%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
30.5%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
41.3%
ELA
40%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Seymour Intermediate Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
42th percentile in TN
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

Location

737 Boyds Creek HWY, Seymour, TN 37865

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seymour Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Seymour Junior High (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northview Intermediate School (rated 6.8/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Kodak), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Carter Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 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 Primary Seymour 0.1 mi 8.7
Seymour High School Seymour 0.3 mi 7.9
THE KING'S ACADEMY Seymour 0.4 mi 6.7
Seymour Junior High Seymour 0.4 mi 7.5
SEYMOUR COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seymour 1.9 mi 4.5
Gap Creek Elementary Knoxville 3.4 mi 7.7
Prospect Elementary School Seymour 4.4 mi 6.4
Gary Hardin Academy Sevierville 4.9 mi 7.4
New Hopewell Elementary Knoxville 5.1 mi 8.3
Boyds Creek Elementary School Sevierville 5.3 mi 7.9
Career Magnet Academy Knoxville 8.8 mi 7.6
Pigeon Forge Primary Sevierville 8.7 mi 4.3
Northview Intermediate School Kodak 8.6 mi 6.8
Carter Elementary Knoxville 9.9 mi 5.9
Northview Primary Kodak 8.7 mi 5.0
South Doyle High School Knoxville 8.1 mi 3.6
Carter Middle School Strawberry Plains 10.1 mi 4.8
Carter High School Strawberry Plains 10.2 mi 4.6
Porter Elementary Maryville 9.0 mi 9.2
MEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 9.0 mi 7.0

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seymour Intermediate

What grades does Seymour Intermediate serve?

Seymour Intermediate serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Seymour Intermediate?

Seymour Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seymour Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at Seymour Intermediate is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seymour Intermediate rank in TN?

Seymour Intermediate ranks #1,041 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Seymour Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Seymour Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seymour Intermediate has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Seymour Intermediate a charter school?

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

Is Seymour Intermediate a Title I school?

No, Seymour Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sevier County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

District

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

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