High Schools in Sumter

Sumter, Florida is home to two high schools: South Sumter High School and Wildwood Middle/High School. While both schools share similar characteristics, such as graduation rates and chronic absenteeism, there are notable differences in their academic performance and statewide rankings.

South Sumter High School consistently ranks in the top 50% of Florida high schools, maintaining a 3-star rating from School Digger. In contrast, Wildwood Middle/High School has a lower 2-star rating and ranks in the bottom 50% of Florida high schools. This difference in performance is reflected in the schools' test scores, with South Sumter High School outperforming Wildwood Middle/High School in subjects like Algebra 1, Geometry, and English Language Arts.

Both schools face challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates that are significantly above the state average. Additionally, while the schools have similar graduation rates, they lag behind the district and state averages in several subject areas. Interestingly, Wildwood Middle/High School spends more per student than South Sumter High School, yet still underperforms in key metrics, suggesting that effective resource allocation and targeted interventions may be more important factors in improving academic achievement.