Jordan Vocational High School vs Sumter County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 85 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jordan Vocational High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,040 students
Sumter County High School
Americus · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,037 students
| Measure | Jordan Vocational High School Columbus, Georgia | Sumter County High School Americus, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #389 of 431 | #297 of 431 |
| National rank | #16225 of 16,910 | #14431 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,040 | 1,037 |
| Enrollment | 1,040 | 1,037 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 91.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | – |
| Math proficiency | 10% | – |
| city | Columbus | Americus |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sumter County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.8 vs 13.9).
- •Sumter County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.9% vs 100%).
- •Jordan Vocational High School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 15.5).
- •Jordan Vocational High School is the larger school with 1,040 students compared with 1,037.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jordan Vocational High School better than Sumter County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Sumter County High School ranks higher (24.8 vs 13.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Jordan Vocational High School and Sumter County High School?
About 85 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Americus in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jordan Vocational High School: 1,040. Sumter County High School: 1,037. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jordan Vocational High School and Sumter County High School rank in Georgia?
Jordan Vocational High School is 389th of 431 and Sumter County High School is 297th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).