SUMTER

Headquartered at 2680 West County Road 476 in Bushnell, Florida, the Sumter School District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving the growing Wildwood-The Villages metropolitan region. Set within a small city geographic context, the district administers 14 operational schools that deliver a seamless educational pathway from prekindergarten through 12th grade. The district currently serves a vibrant learning community of 10,013 students—comprising 5,126 male and 4,887 female learners. This student population reflects a rich cultural diversity, including 5,742 White, 2,075 Hispanic, 1,250 Black, and 637 multiracial students, alongside Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander youth.

To foster an engaging and supportive academic environment, the district employs a robust workforce of more than 2,925 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. The instructional foundation is anchored by approximately 1,302 FTE teachers, establishing a remarkably favorable educator-to-student landscape across classrooms. This teaching staff is further strengthened by nearly 250 FTE instructional aides and over 1,374 FTE support staff, ensuring that administrative, operational, and individual learning needs are comprehensively met. For prospective families, current students, and educational researchers, the district maintains accessible community resources through its administrative headquarters in Bushnell and its official online portal at www.sumter.k12.fl.us.