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#1432 of 2,268 schools in GA
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Sumter County Primary School
Elementary School · Sumter County
123 Learning Ln, Americus, GA 31719
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on GA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,432 of 2,268
In Americus
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Sumter County
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Sumter County Primary School
Elementary School in Americus · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sumter County Primary School
Sumter County Primary School is a public elementary school in Americus, GA, part of Sumter County. Sumter County Primary School serves approximately 771 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sumter County Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,432 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Sumter County Primary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Sumter County Primary School Compares
See how Sumter County Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
123 Learning Ln, Americus, GA 31719
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sumter County Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Schley County Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Ellaville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Twin Oaks Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Leesburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Webster County Elementary/Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Preston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Americus, see our Americus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sumter County Elementary School Americus | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Sumter County Middle School Americus | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Sumter County Intermediate School Americus | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Sumter County High School Americus | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTHLAND ACADEMY Americus | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Furlow Charter School Americus | 4.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Schley Middle High School Ellaville | 8.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Schley County Elementary School Ellaville | 8.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Macon County Elementary School Oglethorpe | 14.8 mi | 4.2 |
| OGLETHORPE SDA SCHOOL Oglethorpe | 15.9 mi | — |
| Macon County Middle School Montezuma | 16.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Macon County High School Montezuma | 17.0 mi | 6.0 |
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montezuma | 18.5 mi | — |
| CLEARVIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Montezuma | 19.3 mi | 3.3 |
| MONTEZUMA MENNONITE SCHOOL Montezuma | 20.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Webster County Elementary/Middle School Preston | 19.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Webster County High School Preston | 19.4 mi | 7.1 |
| L. K. Moss Elementary School Buena Vista | 22.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Lee High School 9th Grade Campus Leesburg | 25.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Twin Oaks Elementary Leesburg | 25.4 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,496
Median Home Value
$104,400
Median Rent
$748/mo
Population
9,085
College Educated
15.1%
Homeownership
57.4%
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Birney Elementary School Marietta, GA | 5.7 |
| Ferguson Elementary School Duluth, GA | 5.7 |
| Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary East Point, GA | 5.7 |
| Hutto Elementary School Bainbridge, GA | 5.7 |
| Lake City Elementary School Lake City, GA | 5.7 |
| Midland Academy Midland, GA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sumter County Primary School
What grades does Sumter County Primary School serve?
Sumter County Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Sumter County Primary School?
Sumter County Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 771 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sumter County Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sumter County Primary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sumter County Primary School rank in GA?
Sumter County Primary School ranks #1,432 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Sumter County Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sumter County Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sumter County Primary School a charter school?
No, Sumter County Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sumter County Primary School a Title I school?
No, Sumter County Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sumter County Primary School?
100.0% of students at Sumter County Primary School 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
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 771
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sumter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (229) 924-1012
Resources & Links
District
Sumter County- District Enrollment
- 3,637
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,611
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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