S S SEWARD INSTITUTE

S S SEWARD INSTITUTE is a Title I public high school that is part of the FLORIDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in FLORIDA, NY with about 428 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, S S SEWARD INSTITUTE has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

S.S. Seward Institute, located in the village of Florida, New York, serves as the singular combined middle and high school for the Florida Union Free School District. Situated in a historic, small-town setting, the institute is known for fostering a tight-knit educational community where students in grades 6 through 12 benefit from small class sizes and a personalized approach to learning. The school places a strong emphasis on academic rigor, character development, and preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education or entering the workforce.

Beyond the standard curriculum, S.S. Seward Institute is noted for its active extracurricular culture, which includes a variety of athletic teams, arts programs, and student-led clubs. Because it is the only secondary school in its district, it acts as a central hub for the local community, promoting a sense of school spirit and tradition. By integrating modern educational practices with a supportive, community-focused environment, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are ready to engage with both their local community and the broader world.

For more information, contact S S SEWARD INSTITUTE at (845) 651-3095 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.