Very Good
#1738 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 20% in state
Sweet Home EL
Elementary School · SWEET HOME ISD
P O BOX 326, Sweet Home, TX 77987
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,738 of 8,552
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Sweet Home EL
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About Sweet Home EL
Sweet Home EL is a public elementary school in Sweet Home, TX, part of SWEET HOME ISD. Sweet Home EL serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweet Home EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,738 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sweet Home EL show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 148 students, Sweet Home EL is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Sweet Home EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Sweet Home EL — Students at Sweet Home EL score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 8.2/10.
How Sweet Home EL Compares
See how Sweet Home EL 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
P O BOX 326, Sweet Home, TX 77987
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweet Home EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VYSEHRAD EL (rated 8.6/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Hallettsville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SHINER EL (rated 8.3/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Shiner), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YOAKUM PRI (rated 8.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Yoakum), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sweet Home, see our Sweet Home schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yoakum | 5.8 mi | 7.8 |
| YOAKUM ANNEX Yoakum | 6.0 mi | 7.5 |
| YOAKUM PRI Yoakum | 6.4 mi | 8.1 |
| YOAKUM INT Yoakum | 6.5 mi | 7.7 |
| YOAKUM H S Yoakum | 6.5 mi | 7.5 |
| YOAKUM J H Yoakum | 6.6 mi | 7.4 |
| VYSEHRAD EL Hallettsville | 7.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SHINER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Shiner | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| SHINER EL Shiner | 10.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SHINER H S Shiner | 10.3 mi | 8.0 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hallettsville | 10.4 mi | 6.0 |
| HALLETTSVILLE J H Hallettsville | 10.4 mi | 7.7 |
| HALLETTSVILLE H S Hallettsville | 10.8 mi | 6.5 |
| HALLETTSVILLE EL Hallettsville | 10.9 mi | 7.9 |
| EZZELL SCHOOL Hallettsville | 10.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MOULTON EL Moulton | 17.1 mi | 7.3 |
| MOULTON H S Moulton | 17.2 mi | 9.2 |
| HUNT EL Cuero | 20.9 mi | 6.7 |
| CUERO J H Cuero | 21.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CUERO H S Cuero | 21.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77987 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,827
Median Home Value
$305,300
Population
207
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
37.8
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|---|---|
| AGUA DULCE EL Agua Dulce, TX | 7.9 |
| ELDORADO EL Eldorado, TX | 7.9 |
| GAUSE EL Gause, TX | 7.9 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY EL Amarillo, TX | 7.9 |
| ROBERT B GREEN EL San Antonio, TX | 7.9 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Antonio, TX | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweet Home EL
What grades does Sweet Home EL serve?
Sweet Home EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sweet Home EL?
Sweet Home EL has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweet Home EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweet Home EL is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sweet Home EL rank in TX?
Sweet Home EL ranks #1,738 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sweet Home EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Sweet Home EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Sweet Home EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sweet Home EL has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sweet Home EL a charter school?
No, Sweet Home EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sweet Home EL a Title I school?
No, Sweet Home EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sweet Home EL?
18.9% of students at Sweet Home EL 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 148
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lavaca County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.7%
- Phone
- (361) 221-3221
Resources & Links
District
SWEET HOME ISD- District Enrollment
- 148
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,766
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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