Best Schools in Sweetwater, Texas
7 schools in the directory · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Sweetwater by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sweetwater Int
Elementary · Sweetwater ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Sweetwater Middle
Middle · Sweetwater ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Southeast EL
Elementary · Sweetwater ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Sweetwater are Sweetwater Int (6.0/10), Sweetwater Middle (5.6/10), and Southeast EL (5.5/10), among 5 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.2
5 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.2
5 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sweetwater public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sweetwater
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (5 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sweetwater Int | 6.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Sweetwater Middle | 5.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Southeast EL | 5.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Sweetwater H S | 5.0 / 10 |
| 5 | East Ridge EL | 3.7 / 10 |
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About Schools in Sweetwater, Texas
Sweetwater, Texas is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
The 5 public schools in this comparison average 5.2 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Sweetwater Int with a composite score of 6.0/10.
Sweetwater is served by 1 school district: SWEETWATER ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,850 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 368 students · 3rd–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 2 | 243 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 5.5 | ||
| 3 | 224 students · 1st–2nd | 3.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Cornerstone Christian SchoolPrivate 22 students · Pre-K–2nd | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 423 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 523 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 69 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Sweetwater
Sweetwater, Texas · 7 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Sweetwater, Texas
How many schools are in Sweetwater, Texas?
Sweetwater has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sweetwater, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 5 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Sweetwater is 5.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Sweetwater, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Sweetwater on MySchoolScout is Sweetwater Int with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sweetwater, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sweetwater on MySchoolScout is Sweetwater Int with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Sweetwater, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Sweetwater on MySchoolScout is Sweetwater Middle with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Sweetwater, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Sweetwater on MySchoolScout is Sweetwater H S with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Sweetwater, Texas?
Sweetwater is served by 1 school district: Sweetwater ISD.
Are there private schools in Sweetwater, Texas?
Yes, Sweetwater has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sweetwater, Texas?
Among 5 public schools in Sweetwater that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sweetwater, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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