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Jewel M. Sumner High School

15841 Highway 440, Kentwood, LA 70444, United States
+1 (985) 229-8805
2.5
Overall Rating

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Jewel M. Sumner High School Overview

About This School

Jewel M. Sumner High School is a public high in Kentwood, Louisiana, serving 428 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA and 17% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 27 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $59,738. The student body at Jewel M. Sumner High School is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 55% White, 36% Black, 6% Two or More Races, and 3% Hispanic.

428
Total Students
Grade 9-12
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
27 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts32%
Mathematics17%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Tangipahoa Parish
Students per Counselor
428:1

Jewel M. Sumner High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

32%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 40%
17%
Mathematics
City Avg: 21%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.5:1
State Avg: 17:1
428
Students per Counselor

Jewel M. Sumner High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
27

Average Teacher Salary

$59,738
City Avg: $59,738
State Avg: $61,043

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor428:1

Jewel M. Sumner High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.47%
Male
49.53%
Female
Total Enrollment: 428 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White54.67%
Hispanic3.27%
Asian0.23%
Black36.21%
Two or More Races5.61%
Native American0%

Jewel M. Sumner High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Jewel M. Sumner High School

Q: What is Jewel M. Sumner High School?

A: Jewel M. Sumner High School is a high public located in Kentwood.

Q: How many students attend Jewel M. Sumner High School?

A: Jewel M. Sumner High School has approximately 428 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Jewel M. Sumner High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Jewel M. Sumner High School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Jewel M. Sumner High School

Jewel M. Sumner High School is a public high in Kentwood, Louisiana, serving 428 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA and 17% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 27 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $59,738. The student body at Jewel M. Sumner High School is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 55% White, 36% Black, 6% Two or More Races, and 3% Hispanic.

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About Jewel M. Sumner High School - Kentwood, LA

Quick Facts about Jewel M. Sumner High School
School NameJewel M. Sumner High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location15841 Highway 440, Kentwood, LA 70444, Kentwood, LA
CountyTangipahoa Parish
Phone+1 (985) 229-8805
Total Students428
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers27
Rating2.5/10
ELA Proficiency32%
Math Proficiency17%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Jewel M. Sumner High School

What is Jewel M. Sumner High School?

Jewel M. Sumner High School is a high public located in Kentwood.

How many students attend Jewel M. Sumner High School?

Jewel M. Sumner High School has approximately 428 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jewel M. Sumner High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jewel M. Sumner High School is 15:1.

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