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#738 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 41% in state
Sweetwater Elementary
Elementary School · Sweetwater
301 Broad ST, Sweetwater, TN 37874
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
3rd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#738 of 1,786
In Sweetwater
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Sweetwater
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Sweetwater Elementary
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About Sweetwater Elementary
Sweetwater Elementary is a public elementary school in Sweetwater, TN, part of Sweetwater. Sweetwater Elementary serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweetwater Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #738 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Sweetwater Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Sweetwater Elementary — Students at Sweetwater Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.5/10.
How Sweetwater Elementary Compares
See how Sweetwater Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
301 Broad ST, Sweetwater, TN 37874
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweetwater Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Steekee Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Loudon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philadelphia Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loudon Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Loudon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sweetwater, see our Sweetwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sweetwater High School Sweetwater | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Sweetwater Jr High School Sweetwater | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Brown Intermediate School Sweetwater | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Sweetwater Primary School Sweetwater | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Philadelphia Elementary Philadelphia | 6.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Niota Elementary Niota | 7.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Madisonville Middle School Madisonville | 7.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Monroe County Virtual School Madisonville | 7.9 mi | — |
| Madisonville Primary Madisonville | 7.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Madisonville Intermediate School Madisonville | 7.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Sequoyah High School Madisonville | 8.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Ft Loudoun Middle School Loudon | 10.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Loudon High School Loudon | 10.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Steekee Elementary Loudon | 10.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Loudon Elementary Loudon | 10.7 mi | 7.3 |
| FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Athens | 11.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Englewood Elementary Englewood | 12.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ANTIOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Englewood | 12.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Midway High School Kingston | 12.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Midway Elementary Kingston | 13.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37874 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,912
Median Home Value
$171,900
Median Rent
$635/mo
Population
16,640
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Calhoun Elementary Calhoun, TN | 6.9 |
| Deerfield Elementary School Manchester, TN | 6.9 |
| East Hickman Elementary Lyles, TN | 6.9 |
| Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School Memphis, TN | 6.9 |
| Jack T Farrar Elementary Tullahoma, TN | 6.9 |
| Lookout Valley Elementary School Chattanooga, TN | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweetwater Elementary
What grades does Sweetwater Elementary serve?
Sweetwater Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.
How many students attend Sweetwater Elementary?
Sweetwater Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sweetwater Elementary rank in TN?
Sweetwater Elementary ranks #738 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Sweetwater Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sweetwater Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sweetwater Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sweetwater Elementary a charter school?
No, Sweetwater Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sweetwater Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sweetwater Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (423) 337-7062
Resources & Links
District
Sweetwater- District Enrollment
- 1,500
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,593
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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