Below Average
#7388 of 8,552 schools in TX
Sweetwater Int
Elementary School · SWEETWATER ISD
705 E 3RD, Sweetwater, TX 79556
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,388 of 8,552
In Sweetwater
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
SWEETWATER ISD
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sweetwater Int
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About Sweetwater Int
Sweetwater Int is a public elementary school in Sweetwater, TX, part of SWEETWATER ISD. Sweetwater Int serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweetwater Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,388 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sweetwater Int show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sweetwater Int — Students at Sweetwater Int score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
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: 2.2/10.
How Sweetwater Int Compares
See how Sweetwater Int 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
705 E 3RD, Sweetwater, TX 79556
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweetwater Int may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONE STAR ONLINE ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Roscoe), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERKEL EL (rated 5.3/10, 22.3 miles away, in nearby Merkel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSCOE EL (rated 5.1/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Roscoe), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sweetwater, see our Sweetwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sweetwater | 0.3 mi | — |
| SWEETWATER H S Sweetwater | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SWEETWATER MIDDLE Sweetwater | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| EAST RIDGE EL Sweetwater | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHEAST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Sweetwater | 1.3 mi | — |
| SOUTHEAST EL Sweetwater | 1.3 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 | 8.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE H S Roscoe | 8.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HIGHLAND SCHOOL Roscoe | 11.4 mi | 9.3 |
| ROBY CISD Roby | 18.6 mi | 7.9 |
| TRENT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Trent | 15.7 mi | 6.4 |
| LORAINE SCHOOL Loraine | 18.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MERKEL H S Merkel | 22.0 mi | 5.1 |
| HERMLEIGH SCHOOL Hermleigh | 23.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MERKEL EL Merkel | 22.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ROTAN K-12 Rotan | 26.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MERKEL MIDDLE Merkel | 22.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BLACKWELL SCHOOL Blackwell | 26.9 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 |
|---|---|
| ALTON BOYD EL Allen, TX | 4.2 |
| BARRON EL Plano, TX | 4.2 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ PRI Ft. Worth, TX | 4.2 |
| CHARLIE MARSHALL EL Aransas Pass, TX | 4.2 |
| COMFORT EL Comfort, TX | 4.2 |
| CREEDMOOR EL Creedmoor, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweetwater Int
What grades does Sweetwater Int serve?
Sweetwater Int serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Sweetwater Int?
Sweetwater Int has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Int?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Int is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sweetwater Int rank in TX?
Sweetwater Int ranks #7,388 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sweetwater Int's MySchoolScout rating?
Sweetwater Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Int?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sweetwater Int has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sweetwater Int a charter school?
No, Sweetwater Int is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sweetwater Int a Title I school?
No, Sweetwater Int is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sweetwater Int?
78.0% of students at Sweetwater Int 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nolan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (325) 235-3491
Resources & Links
District
SWEETWATER ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,850
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,976
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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