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#944 of 1,786 schools in TN

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Sweetwater Primary School

Elementary School · Sweetwater

500 Highway 322 East, Sweetwater, TN 37874

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TN statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

579

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#944 of 1,786

In Sweetwater

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Sweetwater

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Sweetwater Primary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Sweetwater · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Brown Intermediate School

6.3/10

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Sweetwater Elementary

6.9/10

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About Sweetwater Primary School

Sweetwater Primary School is a public elementary school in Sweetwater, TN, part of Sweetwater. Sweetwater Primary School serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweetwater Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #944 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average49%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on TN state average
Resources & Environment6.5Average51%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,593
Chronic Absenteeism6.2%

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Sweetwater Primary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
47th percentile in TN
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.2%

Location

500 Highway 322 East, Sweetwater, TN 37874

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sweetwater Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Steekee Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Loudon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philadelphia Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loudon Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Loudon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sweetwater, see our Sweetwater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Brown Intermediate School Sweetwater 1.0 mi 6.3
Sweetwater Elementary Sweetwater 1.5 mi 6.9
Sweetwater High School Sweetwater 1.9 mi 6.2
Sweetwater Jr High School Sweetwater 2.0 mi 4.5
Philadelphia Elementary Philadelphia 5.5 mi 8.1
Madisonville Middle School Madisonville 6.6 mi 4.9
Madisonville Intermediate School Madisonville 6.7 mi 5.2
Madisonville Primary Madisonville 7.1 mi 5.2
Monroe County Virtual School Madisonville 7.1 mi
Sequoyah High School Madisonville 7.7 mi 5.5
Ft Loudoun Middle School Loudon 9.4 mi 5.9
Niota Elementary Niota 8.9 mi 5.7
Steekee Elementary Loudon 9.1 mi 8.7
Loudon High School Loudon 9.6 mi 6.8
Loudon Elementary Loudon 9.6 mi 7.3
Englewood Elementary Englewood 12.8 mi 7.3
FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Athens 12.4 mi 6.0
Vonore Elementary Vonore 11.2 mi 6.5
Vonore Middle School Vonore 11.3 mi 5.9
Midway High School Kingston 13.4 mi 8.0

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
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Kingsport, TN 6.4
Blythe-Bower Elementary Cleveland, TN 6.4
Buchanan Elementary Murfreesboro, TN 6.4
Carpenters Elementary School Maryville, TN 6.4
Central Elementary Wartburg, TN 6.4
Crestview Elementary School Springfield, TN 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sweetwater Primary School

What grades does Sweetwater Primary School serve?

Sweetwater Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Sweetwater Primary School?

Sweetwater Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Primary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sweetwater Primary School rank in TN?

Sweetwater Primary School ranks #944 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sweetwater Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sweetwater Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Sweetwater Primary School a charter school?

No, Sweetwater Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sweetwater Primary School a Title I school?

No, Sweetwater Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.2%

District

Sweetwater
District Enrollment
1,500
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,593
District Rank
#2 of 4

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