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Sumter County Schools Shine!

Academically high performing since 2010, only 11 of 67 districts qualified in 2015
Graded A by the Florida Department of Education
Financially rated Aa3 by Moody’s and County AA+ by Fitch for fiscal responsibility
One of only 130 districts in the nation to be recognized by College Board for increased opportunities for underserved youth

State Colleges

Lake-Sumter State College
1423 County Road 526A, Sumterville, FL 33585
(352) 568-0001

High Schools

South Sumter High School
706 N Main St, Bushnell, FL 33513
(352) 793-3131

Wildwood Middle / High School
700 Huey St, Wildwood, FL 34785
(352) 748-1314

Middle Schools

South Sumter Middle School
773 Nw 10th Ave, Webster, FL 33597
(352) 793-2232

Wildwood Middle / High School
700 Huey St, Wildwood, FL 34785
(352) 748-1314

Combination Schools

The Villages Charter School
2210 Dr. Randy McDaniel Way, Middleton, FL 34762
(352) 259-3777

Elementary Schools

Bushnell Elementary School
218 W Flannery Ave, Bushnell, FL 33513
(352) 793-3501

Lake Panasoffkee Elementary School
790 Cr 482n, Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538
(352) 793-1093

Webster Elementary School
349 S Market Blvd, Webster, FL 33597
(352) 793-2828

Wildwood Elementary School
300 Huey St, Wildwood, FL 34785
(352) 748-335

Other Schools

Sumter County Adult Center
1425 Cr 526a, Sumterville, FL 33585
(352) 793-5719

Sumter County Superintendent’s Office
2680 West County Road 476, Bushnell, FL 33513
(352) 793-2315

SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Florida Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by May Drought

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Florida who sustained economic losses caused by the drought beginning May 6. The SBA is offering low-interest economic injury disaster loans. The loan amount can be up to $2 million, with interest rates as low as 4%, and terms of up to 30 years. The deadline to apply is February 2, 2026.

Planning for Businesses

As Florida enters another hurricane season, businesses — especially small and medium-sized enterprises — face heightened risks of operational disruption, property damage, and financial loss. According to FEMA, 40% of small businesses never reopen after a disaster, and 25% more fail within a year if they lack a continuity plan.

Fortunately, Florida offers a wealth of resources to help businesses prepare, respond, and recover. The Florida Division of Emergency Management provides comprehensive guidance through its Business Planning portal, while the Florida Department of Financial Services offers consumer-focused storm preparedness tips.

Sumter County Economic Development recently honored

On May 20, 2025, the Sumter County School Board held a reception for the recipients of the Outstanding Service to Schools award, followed by their regular board meeting. Sumter County Economic Development was recently honored with this award for their support of students and workforce development in Sumter County.

Wildwood’s downtown Railyard is under construction

According to Wildwood officials, the project is expected to bring new dining and entertainment venues to the downtown area. Located a block south of the city’s new Main Street Parking Garage, the Railyard will feature indoor and outdoor areas for the public to enjoy food, drinks, entertainment and recreation.

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Planning for Businesses

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SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Florida Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by May Drought

Planning for Businesses

Florida Economic Forecast 2024-2030

Make Onshoring Great Again portal

Sumter County Economic Development recently honored

Wildwood to Break Ground on New Water Reclamation Facility

SCED hosts Manufacturing Round Table

Wildwood’s downtown Railyard is under construction