South Summit Middle
480 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
South Summit Middle School, located in the mountain town of Kamas, Utah, serves as a key educational hub for students in grades 6 through 8 within the South Summit School District. Set against the backdrop of the Uinta Mountains, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to help students transition successfully from elementary school to the more rigorous academic demands of high school. The curriculum is comprehensive, balancing core subjects like mathematics, science, and language arts with opportunities for students to explore elective interests, fostering both intellectual growth and personal development during these critical middle years.
Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student well-being, reflecting the tight-knit culture of the Kamas Valley. The institution encourages extracurricular participation, offering various sports, clubs, and activities that allow students to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and social connections. By integrating state educational standards with a localized focus on student achievement and character building, South Summit Middle School strives to prepare its student body for future academic success while maintaining an inclusive and encouraging school climate.
Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student well-being, reflecting the tight-knit culture of the Kamas Valley. The institution encourages extracurricular participation, offering various sports, clubs, and activities that allow students to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and social connections. By integrating state educational standards with a localized focus on student achievement and character building, South Summit Middle School strives to prepare its student body for future academic success while maintaining an inclusive and encouraging school climate.
480
Total Students
25.7
Full-Time Teachers
18.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 404 |
| Hispanic | 67 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White404 (84.2 %)
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Hispanic67 (14.0 %)
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Two or More5 (1.0 %)
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American Indian2 (0.4 %)
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Black1 (0.2 %)
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Asian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | South Summit District |
| Phone: | (435)783-4341 |
| Website: | http://www.ssummit.k12.ut.us/MiddleSchool.cfm?subpage=229533 |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 480 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 25.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 63 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 17 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
112
Grade 6
140
Grade 7
99
Grade 8
129
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 112 |
| Grade 6 | 140 |
| Grade 7 | 99 |
| Grade 8 | 129 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 228 | 47.5% |
| Male | 252 | 52.5% |