Sumner Hill Junior High School

Sumner Hill Junior High School

Public High School | Grade 9
400 W Northside Dr,  Clinton, MS
Clinton Public School District
4.1
3.7
471 Students

School Details

Head of School
Christie Claxton
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
83%
Reading Proficiency
68%
Average GPA
3.32

Niche Grade

A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.32
Reading Proficiency
68%
Math Proficiency
83%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
31
Full Time Teachers
31
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.9%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
72.9%
State Average
0.8%
Science
1.3%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
426:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%
Black
59.8%
White
29.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.8%
Hispanic
2.5%
Two or more races
1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Mississippi State University 7 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 7 Students
Jackson State University 6 Students
University of Mississippi 5 Students
Alcorn State University 4 Students
Mississippi College 4 Students
Louisiana State University 3 Students
Hinds Community College 3 Students
Alabama State University 2 Students
Belhaven University 2 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 2 Students
Biology 2 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 2 Students
Engineering 2 Students
Veterinary Sciences 2 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 1 Students
Accounting 1 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 1 Students
Dental Hygiene 1 Students
Computer Systems Technician 1 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 8 Reviews
4.0 Freshman
5/20/2017
I liked most of the staff at SHJS. Many of them were pretty cool, but a few weren't really very "qualified to teach students". However, it does seem that they care more about you here, and the overall experience is not that bad
4.0 NicheUser
5/2/2015
Overall, this building is well kept.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 3 Reviews
5.0 parent
6/12/2024
My oldest went to this school and now my youngest will addend this year. I love the fact that the 9th grade is separate from the 10th - 12th. This gives the students time to transition from Jr High to High School. It also will help them strive mentally, and it decreases the chance of bulling from th...
4.0 parent
9/26/2022
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2.0 parent
2/9/2022
So far I've had 2 daughters go through Sumner Hill and it was an AWFUL experience. The Administration at this school is the worst in the entire district. I thought Lovett was a bad experience for my children but it is a perfectly run school (believe me it's not) compared to Sumner Hill. I absolutely...

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Sumner Hill Junior High School is a public school for students in grades 9 in Clinton, MS, in the Clinton neighborhood, and is served by the Clinton Public School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 471 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 83% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 68% are proficient in reading. Sumner Hill Junior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.32. The average home value in this area is $269,166. Discover additional schools in the area, like Clinton High School, Clinton Christian Academy, Mt. Salus Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Clinton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sumner Hill Junior High School.

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