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Sumter County Elementary School

Sumter County · Sumter County · 438 Bumphead Rd, Americus, GA 31719.0

(229)924-7835

1/10
#1148
Rank 1148 out of 1,259
Top 91%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1176 · 7th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #1065 · 15th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

Sumter County Elementary sits in Americus, a small southwest Georgia city with deep roots in civil rights history and a tight-knit community feel — home to Habitat for Humanity's global headquarters and Georgia Southwestern State University. The school serves a predominantly low-income area where resources can be stretched thin, so families who get involved and advocate for extra support tend to see their kids thrive more. For parents committed to being active partners in their child's education, this community has genuine warmth, and the school shows stronger footing in math than in English, which is worth keeping in mind when planning for enrichment outside the classroom.

Student Demographics

248 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
195 (79%)
Hispanic
37 (15%)
Other
16 (6%)

Key Indicators

English Learners29 (12%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged248 (100%)
Students with Disabilities31 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,082
Enrollment
41.49
Teachers (FTE)
26.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #836 · 35th percentile

14 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found