Serving 307 students in grades 4-6, Seneca Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Seneca Intermediate School's student population of 307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
EVERY CHILD. EVERY DAY. WHATEVER IT TAKES.
School Rankings
Seneca Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seneca Intermediate School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
17%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
75%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Intermediate School's ranking?
Seneca Intermediate School is ranked #673 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Seneca Intermediate School?
307 students attend Seneca Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Seneca Intermediate School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seneca Intermediate School?
Seneca Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Seneca Intermediate School offer ?
Seneca Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seneca Intermediate School part of?
Seneca Intermediate School is part of Seneca R-VII School District.
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