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#2861 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sumter Prep Academy
School · SUMTER
709 N. WEST ST, Bushnell, FL 33513
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,861 of 3,778
In Bushnell
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
SUMTER
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Sumter Prep Academy
Sumter Prep Academy is a public school in Bushnell, FL, part of SUMTER. Sumter Prep Academy serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Sumter Prep Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,861 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sumter Prep Academy show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, Sumter Prep Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Sumter Prep Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Sumter Prep Academy — Students at Sumter Prep Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 35 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Sumter Prep Academy Compares
See how Sumter Prep Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
709 N. WEST ST, Bushnell, FL 33513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sumter Prep Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. RIDGE MANOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Ridge Manor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INVERNESS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Inverness), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bushnell, see our Bushnell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,497
Median Home Value
$213,900
Median Rent
$1,089/mo
Population
13,647
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sumter Prep Academy
What grades does Sumter Prep Academy serve?
Sumter Prep Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Sumter Prep Academy?
Sumter Prep Academy has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sumter Prep Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sumter Prep Academy is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sumter Prep Academy rank in FL?
Sumter Prep Academy ranks #2,861 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sumter Prep Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sumter Prep Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sumter Prep Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sumter Prep Academy has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sumter Prep Academy a charter school?
No, Sumter Prep Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sumter Prep Academy a Title I school?
No, Sumter Prep Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sumter Prep Academy?
53.3% of students at Sumter Prep Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sumter County
- Phone
- (352) 568-1113
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
SUMTER- District Enrollment
- 9,598
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,326
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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