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Sumrall Elementary School

198 Todd Rd.
Sumrall, MS 39482
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 943 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sumrall Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 943 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 10% in MS
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sumrall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

School Overview

Sumrall Elementary School's student population of 943 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
943 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Motto
#SuccessStartsWithSES

School Rankings

Sumrall Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sumrall Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MS)
#77 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
72%
52%
59%
42%
75-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
9%
47%
White
85%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sumrall Elementary School's ranking?
Sumrall Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Sumrall Elementary School often compared to?
Sumrall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue Elementary School, Purvis Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Sumrall Elementary School?
943 students attend Sumrall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sumrall Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sumrall Elementary School?
Sumrall Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sumrall Elementary School offer ?
Sumrall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sumrall Elementary School part of?
Sumrall Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Yes sumrall school is the cleanest school, a nice school, and a great place to go to school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - sumra
5   10/10/2025
Schools don't get any better than this one. Best school and community to raise your kids!
- Posted by Parent - Christina

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 943 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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