Very Good
#1142 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 30% in state
Sweetwater Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
10655 SW 4TH ST, Miami, FL 33174
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,142 of 3,778
In Miami
#125 of 280
public schools
In district
#208 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Sweetwater Elementary School
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About Sweetwater Elementary School
Sweetwater Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Sweetwater Elementary School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweetwater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,142 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sweetwater Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Sweetwater Elementary School — Students at Sweetwater Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Sweetwater Elementary School Compares
See how Sweetwater Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10655 SW 4TH ST, Miami, FL 33174
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweetwater Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINECREST NORTH PREPARATORY (FONTAINEBLEAU CAMPUS) (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINECREST ACADEMY (NORTH CAMPUS) (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS ELEM (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PINECREST ACADEMY (NORTH CAMPUS) Miami | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| ST AGATHA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Miami | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MIAMI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| E.W.F. STIRRUP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| RUBEN DARIO MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| DR. CARLOS J. FINLAY ELEMENTARY Miami | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| CHILDRENS CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER AT FIU Miami | 1.1 mi | — |
| CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| PETER PAN CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Miami | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| PAUL W. BELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS ELEM Miami | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| RENAISSANCE ELEMENTARY CHARTER SCHOOL Doral | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| THE ADVENT SCHOOL ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER Miami | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| GREATER MIAMI ADVENTIST ACADEMY Miami | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PINECREST NORTH PREPARATORY (FONTAINEBLEAU CAMPUS) Miami | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| PINECREST NORTH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Miami | 1.7 mi | — |
| WEST DADE ACADEMY Miami | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH Miami | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ROCKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ROCKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33174 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,599
Median Home Value
$379,000
Median Rent
$1,786/mo
Population
35,056
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
50.4%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
39.3
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|---|---|
| AVALON ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.3 |
| BARDMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole, FL | 7.3 |
| CANNELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.3 |
| CRAWFORDVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crawfordville, FL | 7.3 |
| CREATIVE INSPIRATION JOURNEY SCHOOL OF ST CLOUD St. Cloud, FL | 7.3 |
| DOVER SHORES ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweetwater Elementary School
What grades does Sweetwater Elementary School serve?
Sweetwater Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sweetwater Elementary School?
Sweetwater Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sweetwater Elementary School rank in FL?
Sweetwater Elementary School ranks #1,142 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sweetwater Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sweetwater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sweetwater Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sweetwater Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sweetwater Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sweetwater Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sweetwater Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sweetwater Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sweetwater Elementary School?
62.4% of students at Sweetwater Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (305) 559-1101
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #208 of 497
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