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.
480
Total Students
25.7
Full-Time Teachers
18.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Summit Middle
Demographic Student Count
White404
Hispanic67
Black1
Asian1
Two or More5
American Indian2
  • White
    404 (84.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    67 (14.0 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Asian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for South Summit Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 5112
Grade 6140
Grade 799
Grade 8129
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for South Summit Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22847.5%
Male25252.5%