Serving 322 students in grades 6-8, Jewel M. Sumner Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jewel M. Sumner Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#679 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
42%
41%
White
45%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jewel M. Sumner Middle School's ranking?
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School is ranked #679 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Jewel M. Sumner Middle School often compared to?
Jewel M. Sumner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loranger Middle School, Jewel M. Sumner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Jewel M. Sumner Middle School?
322 students attend Jewel M. Sumner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jewel M. Sumner Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jewel M. Sumner Middle School?
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jewel M. Sumner Middle School offer ?
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jewel M. Sumner Middle School part of?
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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