Very Good
#497 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 28% in state
Seymour Junior High
Middle School · Sevier County
306 North Pitner RD, Seymour, TN 37865
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#497 of 1,786
In Seymour
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#8 of 27
Sevier County
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Seymour Junior High
Seymour Junior High is a public middle school in Seymour, TN, part of Sevier County. Seymour Junior High serves approximately 722 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Seymour Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #497 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Seymour Junior High show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Seymour Junior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Seymour Junior High — Students at Seymour Junior High score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Seymour Junior High Compares
See how Seymour Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
306 North Pitner RD, Seymour, TN 37865
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seymour Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Northview Intermediate School (rated 6.8/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Kodak), with a comparable rating. Another option is Seymour Intermediate (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Carter Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Strawberry Plains), a more accessible option. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Seymour High School Seymour | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Seymour Primary Seymour | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Seymour Intermediate Seymour | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Seymour | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| SEYMOUR COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seymour | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Gap Creek Elementary Knoxville | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Prospect Elementary School Seymour | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| New Hopewell Elementary Knoxville | 4.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Gary Hardin Academy Sevierville | 5.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Boyds Creek Elementary School Sevierville | 5.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Career Magnet Academy Knoxville | 8.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Carter Elementary Knoxville | 9.6 mi | 5.9 |
| South Doyle High School Knoxville | 7.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Carter Middle School Strawberry Plains | 9.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Northview Intermediate School Kodak | 8.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Carter High School Strawberry Plains | 10.0 mi | 4.6 |
| MEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 8.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Northview Primary Kodak | 8.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Pigeon Forge Primary Sevierville | 9.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Porter Elementary Maryville | 8.9 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 |
|---|---|
| Hixson Middle School Hixson, TN | 7.5 |
| Norris Middle School Norris, TN | 7.5 |
| Sullivan Central Middle School Blountville, TN | 7.5 |
| Alcoa Middle School Alcoa, TN | 7.4 |
| Collierville Middle School Collierville, TN | 7.6 |
| Greeneville Middle School Greeneville, TN | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seymour Junior High
What grades does Seymour Junior High serve?
Seymour Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Seymour Junior High?
Seymour Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 722 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seymour Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Seymour Junior High is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Seymour Junior High rank in TN?
Seymour Junior High ranks #497 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Seymour Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Seymour Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Seymour Junior High has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Seymour Junior High a charter school?
No, Seymour Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Seymour Junior High a Title I school?
No, Seymour Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 722
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Sevier County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (865) 579-0730
Resources & Links
District
Sevier County- District Enrollment
- 14,435
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,911
- District Rank
- #8 of 27
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