Sumter, South Carolina, is a mid-sized city of about 43,000 residents, anchored by Shaw Air Force Base and bolstered by a diverse economy in healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. The public schools are served by Sumter School District (Sumter 01), educating around 14,800 students across 25 schools.
Academic performance remains a concern: district proficiency averages are roughly 21% in math and 37% in reading, with a 78% graduation rate—all below state averages. At Sumter High School, reading proficiency is about 72%, while math lags at 27%, and graduation stands near 78%. Few notable natives are widely recognized, but the city benefits from educational institutions like Morris College, Central Carolina Technical College, and USC Sumter. Despite educational and infrastructure challenges, Sumter remains an affordable community invested in growth and reform.
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