Serving 6 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for the Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program encompasses the entire school district in Bushnell, FL, covering an area of approximately 579.8 square miles. Families may typically expect a drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 26.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program's student population of 6 students has declined by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
6 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program 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 Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program is 0.67, 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
#1819 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
38%
Black
n/a
21%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
33%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
25%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program's ranking?
Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program is ranked #1819 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program?
6 students attend Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, and 33% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program offer ?
Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program part of?
Sumter County Virtual Instruction Program is part of Sumter School District.
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