Serving 484 students in grades 6-8, Sumrall Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sumrall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sumrall Middle School's student population of 484 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Sumrall Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sumrall Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
9%
45%
White
81%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lamar County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sumrall Middle School's ranking?
Sumrall Middle School is ranked #111 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Sumrall Middle School often compared to?
Sumrall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Purvis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Sumrall Middle School?
484 students attend Sumrall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sumrall Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sumrall Middle School?
Sumrall Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sumrall Middle School offer ?
Sumrall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sumrall Middle School part of?
Sumrall Middle School is part of Lamar County School District.
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