Sumter Academy
Sumter Academy provides a specific and individualized curriculum for each student in order to ensure academic success of students who have difficulty in more traditional settings.
We believe that each child should not only be successful, but should feel confident and ready to move on to the next level of education.
Sumter Academy offers instruction for students enrolled in second through twelfth grade.
We offer a low student to teacher ratio, the maximum capacity of each class being twelve students.
Sumter Academy also offers participation in clubs and organizations including First Priority, D.A.R.E., Yearbook Staff and School Event Committees.
Sumter Academy’s daily lunch program is provided by local restaurants including KFC, Peking House, Burger King, Sonic, and Jersey Mikes, to name a few.
Lunch selections are chosen and paid for on a weekly basis.
Quick Stats (2022)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Students: 16 students
- Average class size: 4 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
16 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
4 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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