South Sumter High School

706 N Main St
Bushnell, FL 33513
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 991 students in grades 8-12, South Sumter High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 991 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : 91% (Top 50% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

South Sumter High School's student population of 991 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
991 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
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School Rankings

South Sumter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Sumter High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (FL)
#2275 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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33%
48%
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48%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
19%
36%
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Black
9%
21%
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White
67%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.51
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91%
89%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Sumter High School's ranking?
South Sumter High School is ranked #2275 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Sumter High School often compared to?
South Sumter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Middle/ High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Sumter High School?
The graduation rate of South Sumter High School is 91%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Sumter High School?
991 students attend South Sumter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of South Sumter High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Sumter High School?
South Sumter High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Sumter High School offer ?
South Sumter High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is South Sumter High School part of?
South Sumter High School is part of Sumter School District.

School Reviews

2   2/11/2020
I have had my ups and downs with this school. I enjoy some things they do and something that I don't agree with. I don't believe that the seniors should have to pay to go on their senior trip. That should be a reward for them not something they would have to pay for. And for graduations, I totally hate it. They are only allowed about 7 guest per student. While other schools, just a few counties away, go to the Yuengling Center. Which allows them to have unlimited guests. Why do you give your students the best, when you can't even give them a reward for the years they were in school?
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Sara

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 991 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : 91% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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