Serving 1,036 students in grades 9-12, Sumter County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sumter County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sumter County High School's student population of 1,036 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Sumter County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sumter County High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1808 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
77%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sumter County High School's ranking?
Sumter County High School is ranked #1808 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sumter County High School?
The graduation rate of Sumter County High School is 99%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sumter County High School?
1,036 students attend Sumter County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Sumter County High School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sumter County High School?
Sumter County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sumter County High School offer ?
Sumter County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sumter County High School part of?
Sumter County High School is part of Sumter County School District.
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