What types of schools are available in Sumter, South Carolina?

Sumter, South Carolina offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Sumter, South Carolina

Q: How many schools are in Sumter, South Carolina?

There are 20 schools in Sumter, South Carolina, serving 12,894 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Sumter?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Sumter, South Carolina, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 20 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

12,894

Total Students

Across Sumter

14.7:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

20 schools found

Crestwood High

publichighGrade 9-12

2000 Oswego Road, Sumter, SC 29153

Alice Drive Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

251 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC 29150

2580 Mccrays Mill Road, Sumter, SC 29154

24 Pinewood Road, Sumter, SC 29150

350 Old Manning Road, Sumter, SC 29150

975 South Main Street, Sumter, SC 29150

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

40 Miller Road, Sumter, SC 29150

Pocalla Springs Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

2060 Bethel Church Road, Sumter, SC 29154

825 Kingsbury Road, Sumter, SC 29154

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

3400 Bethel Church Road, Sumter, SC 29154

952 Fulton Street, Sumter, SC 29150

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

715 Estate Street, Sumter, SC 29150

Cherryvale Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1420 Furman Drive, Sumter, SC 29154

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

3440 Ebenezer Road, Sumter, SC 29153

Willow Drive Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

26 Willow Drive, Sumter, SC 29150

Crosswell Drive Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

301 Crosswell Drive, Sumter, SC 29150

R. E. Davis College Preparatory Academy

publicmiddlePK-8

345 Eastern School Road, Sumter, SC 29153

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1200 Oswego Road, Sumter, SC 29153

Liberty Steam Charter School

charter schoolelementaryK-4

15 Church Street, Sumter, SC 29150

5415 Oakland Drive, Sumter, SC 29154

Detailed Overview of Schools in Sumter

Sumter, South Carolina is home to 20 schools serving over 12,894 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math21%

ELA37%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)9

Moderate (15-20:1)11

Large (>20:1)0

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
2,122 students at Sumter High School
Best ratio: 11:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Sumter, South Carolina?

There are 20 schools in Sumter, serving 12,894 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Sumter?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Sumter include schools with ratings of 5 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Sumter?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Sumter is 14.7:1.

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