Serving 287 students in grades 3-4, Sweetwater Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sweetwater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sweetwater Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Sweetwater Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweetwater Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#397 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
81%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweetwater Elementary School's ranking?
Sweetwater Elementary School is ranked #397 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Sweetwater Elementary School?
287 students attend Sweetwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sweetwater Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sweetwater Elementary School?
Sweetwater Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sweetwater Elementary School offer ?
Sweetwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sweetwater Elementary School part of?
Sweetwater Elementary School is part of Sweetwater School District.
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