SUMNER HILL JR HI SCHOOL

SUMNER HILL JR HI SCHOOL is a public secondary school that is part of the Clinton Public School District school district, located in Clinton, MS with about 405 students. With about 26 teachers, SUMNER HILL JR HI SCHOOL 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.

Sumner Hill Junior High School, located at 400 W. Northside Drive in Clinton, Mississippi, serves as a key transitional campus within the Clinton Public School District. As a junior high school, it focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, typically catering to 8th and 9th-grade students. The school is known for fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes academic preparation, character development, and the cultivation of study habits necessary for success in secondary education.

Beyond academics, Sumner Hill is integrated into the broader Clinton community, benefiting from the district's reputation for maintaining high educational standards and strong extracurricular programs. The school provides students with opportunities to engage in various clubs, sports, and arts programs, which help foster a sense of school spirit and personal growth. By providing a structured yet engaging learning environment, Sumner Hill aims to prepare its students for the rigors of Clinton High School and beyond.

For more information, contact SUMNER HILL JR HI SCHOOL at (601) 924-5510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

400 W. Northside Drive
Clinton, MS 39056
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SUMNER HILL JR HI SCHOOL is a public school in Clinton, MS with about 405 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
405
Teachers:
26.93
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th 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 405 students

Black or African American
59.5%
White
34.8%
Asian
3.5%
Hispanic/Latino
2.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.6%
Male
51.4%

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.