AMERICUS SUMTER HIGH SCHOOL (OLD AMERICUS-SUMTER HS S)

Americus Sumter High School (Old Americus-Sumter HS S) is a Title I public high school that is part of the Sumter County school district, located in Americus, GA with about 875 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 55 teachers, Americus Sumter High School (Old Americus-Sumter HS S) has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Americus-Sumter High School, located at 805 Harrold Avenue in Americus, Georgia, serves as a central pillar of the Sumter County School District. As the primary high school for the community, it is dedicated to preparing a diverse student body for post-secondary success through a combination of rigorous academic programming, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and extracurricular engagement. The school functions as a hub for local pride, emphasizing the development of students into well-rounded, responsible citizens while fostering an environment that encourages academic achievement and personal growth.

The school’s mission is supported by a variety of programs designed to meet the evolving needs of its students, ranging from college preparatory courses to specialized vocational training. By maintaining a focus on both scholastic excellence and community involvement, Americus-Sumter High School aims to equip its graduates with the necessary tools to compete in a global workforce. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing essential resources, athletic schedules, and updates on district-wide initiatives to ensure the community remains connected to the educational progress of its students.

For more information, contact Americus Sumter High School (Old Americus-Sumter HS S) at (229) 924-3653 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

805 Harrold Ave
Americus, GA 31709
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AMERICUS SUMTER HIGH SCHOOL (OLD AMERICUS-SUMTER HS S) is a public Title I school in Americus, GA with about 875 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Sumter County
Total Students:
875
Teachers:
55.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 875 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending AMERICUS SUMTER HIGH SCHOOL (OLD AMERICUS-SUMTER HS S) is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 80% of the student body.

Black or African American
80.5%
Hispanic/Latino
9.0%
White
8.6%
Two or more races
1.4%
Asian
0.6%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.