The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-74% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 55-59% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 85%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (10-11)
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers (09-10)
23 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)70-74%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)55-59%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Asian
(10-11)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(10-11)n/a
4%
Black
(10-11)99%
35%
White
(10-11)1%
58%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Graduation Rate
(10-11)75-79%
75%
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
87%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sumter County High School?
The graduation rate of Sumter County High School is 75-79%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 75%.
How many students attend Sumter County High School?
382 students attend Sumter County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Sumter County High School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
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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