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#138 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 8% in state

Seymour Primary

Elementary School · Sevier County

717 Boyds Creek RD, Seymour, TN 37865

Enrollment

660

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#138 of 1,786

In Seymour

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 27

Sevier County

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Seymour Primary

8.7/10

Elementary School in Seymour · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Seymour Intermediate

6.1/10

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7.9/10

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About Seymour Primary

Seymour Primary is a public elementary school in Seymour, TN, part of Sevier County. Seymour Primary serves approximately 660 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Seymour Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #138 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Seymour Primary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change+2.04 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,911
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Seymour Primary — Students at Seymour Primary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.4% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 13 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
48.2%
ELA
43.4%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Seymour Primary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
92th percentile in TN
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Location

717 Boyds Creek RD, Seymour, TN 37865

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seymour Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Porter Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is New Hopewell Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Knoxville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Boyds Creek Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Sevierville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Seymour Intermediate Seymour 0.1 mi 6.1
Seymour High School Seymour 0.3 mi 7.9
THE KING'S ACADEMY Seymour 0.3 mi 6.7
Seymour Junior High Seymour 0.4 mi 7.5
SEYMOUR COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seymour 1.8 mi 4.5
Gap Creek Elementary Knoxville 3.5 mi 7.7
Prospect Elementary School Seymour 4.3 mi 6.4
Gary Hardin Academy Sevierville 5.0 mi 7.4
New Hopewell Elementary Knoxville 5.1 mi 8.3
Boyds Creek Elementary School Sevierville 5.4 mi 7.9
Career Magnet Academy Knoxville 8.8 mi 7.6
Pigeon Forge Primary Sevierville 8.8 mi 4.3
South Doyle High School Knoxville 8.0 mi 3.6
Carter Elementary Knoxville 10.0 mi 5.9
Northview Intermediate School Kodak 8.7 mi 6.8
Northview Primary Kodak 8.8 mi 5.0
Carter Middle School Strawberry Plains 10.2 mi 4.8
Porter Elementary Maryville 8.8 mi 9.2
Carter High School Strawberry Plains 10.3 mi 4.6
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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Apison Elementary School Apison, TN 8.7
Creekside Elementary School Franklin, TN 8.7
East Chester Elementary School Henderson, TN 8.7
Edmondson Elementary Brentwood, TN 8.7
Grassland Elementary Brentwood, TN 8.7
Huntingdon Primary Huntingdon, TN 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seymour Primary

What grades does Seymour Primary serve?

Seymour Primary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Seymour Primary?

Seymour Primary has an enrollment of approximately 660 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seymour Primary?

The student-teacher ratio at Seymour Primary 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 Primary rank in TN?

Seymour Primary ranks #138 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Seymour Primary's MySchoolScout rating?

Seymour Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Primary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seymour Primary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

Is Seymour Primary a charter school?

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

Is Seymour Primary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sevier County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

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

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