Serving 895 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sumrall Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sumrall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sumrall Elementary School's student population of 895 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
895 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sumrall Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sumrall Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#17 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
8%
47%
White
86%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sumrall Elementary School's ranking?
Sumrall Elementary School is ranked #17 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Sumrall Elementary School often compared to?
Sumrall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Purvis Lower Elementary School, Oak Grove Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Sumrall Elementary School?
895 students attend Sumrall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sumrall Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sumrall Elementary School?
Sumrall Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sumrall Elementary School offer ?
Sumrall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sumrall Elementary School part of?
Sumrall Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.
School Reviews
5 3/27/2020
Schools don't get any better than this one. Best school and community to raise your kids!
5 11/9/2010
Yes sumrall school is the cleanest school, a nice school, and a great place to go to school.
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