Sumter Academy
Tel:
(803)481-7870
- 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 (2020)
- Grades: 1-12
- Students: 16 students
- Average class size: 4 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| 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.: 13% |
| Students by Grade |
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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 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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