Summary:
The Seymour Independent School District (Isd) is a small, unified district in Texas serving 594 students across three schools: Seymour Elementary (PK-4), Seymour Middle (5-8), and Seymour High School (9-12). The district is a standout performer, ranking in the 90th percentile statewide with a 4-star rating, and it excels due to exceptionally low student-teacher ratios (averaging 10.6:1) and a high percentage of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Seymour Elementary is the district's consistent overachiever, earning a 5-star rating for two consecutive years and ranking in the 92nd and 93rd percentiles. Its test scores are significantly above state averages—for example, 4th Grade Math proficiency is 77.78% versus the state's 49.28%. In contrast, Seymour Middle is the area for focus, with a 3-star rating and a clear "math slump" in 6th and 7th grades (20.83% and 32.5% proficiency, respectively), though it excels in 8th Grade Reading (83.72% vs. 58.69% state). Seymour High School serves as a college and career launchpad, boasting a 95.7% graduation rate, a 0% dropout rate, and strong End-of-Course (EOC) results, including 88.37% proficiency in Biology (17.86 points above the state average).
Key metrics reveal a cohesive feeder system: the elementary school builds a strong foundation, the high school finishes with excellent outcomes, and the middle school is the critical link. The district's low student-teacher ratios (7.6:1 at the high school) are a likely driver of success, enabling personalized instruction for a high-needs population. Spending per student varies, with the high school investing the most ($15,735), reflecting specialized courses. Overall, the district's 90th percentile ranking and 4-star rating underscore its effectiveness, though targeted math interventions at the middle school level could further elevate performance.
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