Serving 205 students in grades 1-2, East Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Attendance Zone: East Ridge Elementary in Sweetwater, TX serves an extensive attendance zone of approximately 288 square miles, covering the entire district. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Ridge Elementary School's student population of 205 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Ridge Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
55%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
33%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend East Ridge Elementary School?
205 students attend East Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of East Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Ridge Elementary School?
East Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Ridge Elementary School offer ?
East Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is East Ridge Elementary School part of?
East Ridge Elementary School is part of Sweetwater Independent School District.
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