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#6328 of 8,552 schools in TX
Sweetwater H S
High School · SWEETWATER ISD
1205 RAGLAND, Sweetwater, TX 79556
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,328 of 8,552
In Sweetwater
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
SWEETWATER ISD
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Sweetwater H S
Sweetwater H S is a public high school in Sweetwater, TX, part of SWEETWATER ISD. Sweetwater H S serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweetwater H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #6,328 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sweetwater H S show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Sweetwater H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sweetwater H S — Students at Sweetwater H S score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 4.0/10.
How Sweetwater H S Compares
See how Sweetwater H S 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
1205 RAGLAND, Sweetwater, TX 79556
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweetwater H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ROSCOE COLLEGIATE H S (rated 6.6/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Roscoe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MERKEL H S (rated 5.1/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Merkel), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sweetwater, see our Sweetwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWEETWATER INT Sweetwater | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sweetwater | 0.5 mi | — |
| SWEETWATER MIDDLE Sweetwater | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| EAST RIDGE EL Sweetwater | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHEAST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Sweetwater | 1.7 mi | — |
| SOUTHEAST EL Sweetwater | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE MONTESSORI EARLY CHILDHOOD Roscoe | 8.2 mi | 4.3 |
| LONE STAR ONLINE ACADEMY Roscoe | 8.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ROSCOE EL Roscoe | 8.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE H S Roscoe | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| HIGHLAND SCHOOL Roscoe | 11.6 mi | 9.3 |
| ROBY CISD Roby | 18.2 mi | 7.9 |
| TRENT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Trent | 15.9 mi | 6.4 |
| LORAINE SCHOOL Loraine | 18.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HERMLEIGH SCHOOL Hermleigh | 22.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ROTAN K-12 Rotan | 26.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MERKEL H S Merkel | 22.2 mi | 5.1 |
| MERKEL EL Merkel | 22.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MERKEL MIDDLE Merkel | 22.6 mi | 4.9 |
| BLACKWELL SCHOOL Blackwell | 27.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,582
Median Home Value
$97,800
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
12,593
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP Dallas, TX | 5.1 |
| FLORENCE H S Florence, TX | 5.1 |
| LONG ACADEMY Houston, TX | 5.1 |
| WHARTON H S Wharton, TX | 5.1 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - DALLAS Dallas, TX | 5.0 |
| ACADEMY H S Little River, TX | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweetwater H S
What grades does Sweetwater H S serve?
Sweetwater H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sweetwater H S?
Sweetwater H S has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater H S is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sweetwater H S rank in TX?
Sweetwater H S ranks #6,328 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sweetwater H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Sweetwater H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sweetwater H S has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sweetwater H S a charter school?
No, Sweetwater H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sweetwater H S a Title I school?
No, Sweetwater H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sweetwater H S?
64.8% of students at Sweetwater H S 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 523
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nolan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (325) 235-4371
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
SWEETWATER ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,850
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,976
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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