For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,166 students in Sumiton, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 371 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in Sumiton, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Sumiton, AL are Sumiton Elementary School and Sumiton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sumiton, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Sumiton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sumiton, AL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sumiton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
71 1st Street North
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-5656
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-5656
Grades: PK-4
| 714 students
Rank: #22.
Sumiton Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
275 1st St N
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-2390
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-2390
Grades: 5-8
| 452 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Sumiton, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Sumiton, AL include Sumiton Elementary School and Sumiton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Sumiton?
2 public schools are located in Sumiton.
What percentage of students in Sumiton go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in Sumiton are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sumiton?
Sumiton public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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