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Sweetwater Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County

2505 E County Line Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,609 of 2,268

In Lithia Springs

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#22 of 35

Douglas County

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Sweetwater Elementary School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Lithia Springs · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School

5.1/10

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4.8/10

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About Sweetwater Elementary School

Sweetwater Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lithia Springs, GA, part of Douglas County. Sweetwater Elementary School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweetwater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,609 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Sweetwater Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.8% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.8% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism25.5%

Sweetwater Elementary School — Students at Sweetwater Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
21.8%
ELA
28.8%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Sweetwater Elementary School Compares

See how Sweetwater Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in GA
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2505 E County Line Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sweetwater Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. D.E.L.T.A. STEAM Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Austell Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Austell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Annette Winn Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lithia Springs, see our Lithia Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School Lithia Springs 0.2 mi 5.1
Factory Shoals Elementary School Lithia Springs 0.9 mi 4.8
Mount Carmel Elementary School Douglasville 1.7 mi 4.8
Turner Middle School Lithia Springs 2.0 mi 3.6
Factory Shoals Middle School Douglasville 2.1 mi 3.6
Lithia Springs Elementary School Lithia Springs 2.3 mi 5.6
D.E.L.T.A. STEAM Academy Lithia Springs 2.2 mi 8.3
Chestnut Log Middle School Douglasville 2.4 mi 4.3
Annette Winn Elementary School Lithia Springs 3.0 mi 6.3
New Manchester Elementary School Douglasville 3.2 mi 5.7
Beulah Elementary School Douglasville 3.0 mi 6.3
ANGELS IN PROGRESS ACADEMY Douglasville 4.0 mi 5.3
Austell Elementary School Austell 4.6 mi 7.8
Eastside Elementary School Douglasville 4.0 mi 3.4
Brighten Academy Douglasville 4.2 mi 5.6
FIRST BAPTIST GO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 4.2 mi 5.7
Burnett Elementary School Douglasville 4.1 mi 4.5
DESTINY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Austell 4.3 mi 5.3
Garrett Middle School Austell 5.2 mi 5.0
Hendricks Elementary School Powder Springs 5.2 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,072

Median Home Value

$225,000

Median Rent

$1,496/mo

Population

27,081

College Educated

32.8%

Homeownership

46.7%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

32.6

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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 479 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Elementary School is 14.5:1. 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 GA?

Sweetwater Elementary School ranks #1,609 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Sweetwater Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sweetwater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% 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?

88.9% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

District

Douglas County
District Enrollment
25,770
Schools in District
35
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#22 of 35

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