Serving 890 students in grades 6-8, South Sumter Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Sumter Middle School serves the southern part of Webster, FL, covering an expansive attendance area of approximately 390.3 square miles, with typical drives of 20-30 minutes and distances reaching up to 22.4 miles from the school's furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Sumter Middle School's student population of 890 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
890 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
South Sumter Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Sumter Middle School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1488 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
61%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Sumter Middle School's ranking?
South Sumter Middle School is ranked #1488 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Sumter Middle School often compared to?
South Sumter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Middle/ High School, Villages Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Sumter Middle School?
890 students attend South Sumter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of South Sumter Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Sumter Middle School?
South Sumter Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Sumter Middle School offer ?
South Sumter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Sumter Middle School part of?
South Sumter Middle School is part of Sumter School District.
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