Serving 711 students in grades 4-6, Sumter County Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sumter County Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sumter County Intermediate School's student population of 711 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sumter County Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sumter County Intermediate School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2072 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
74%
36%
White
6%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sumter County Intermediate School's ranking?
Sumter County Intermediate School is ranked #2072 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sumter County Intermediate School?
711 students attend Sumter County Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sumter County Intermediate School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sumter County Intermediate School?
Sumter County Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sumter County Intermediate School offer ?
Sumter County Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sumter County Intermediate School part of?
Sumter County Intermediate School is part of Sumter County School District.
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