Sweet Water High School is a public high school that educates grades K–12 in the town of Sweet Water, Alabama, United States. It is one of three K–12 schools operated by the Marengo County School District. Sweet Water High School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Sweet Water High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sweet Water High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Sweet Water High School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1870
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sweet Water High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweet Water High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
34%
32%
White
63%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet Water High School's ranking?
Sweet Water High School is ranked #319 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Sweet Water High School often compared to?
Sweet Water High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marengo High School, Amelia L Johnson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sweet Water High School?
The graduation rate of Sweet Water High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Sweet Water High School?
568 students attend Sweet Water High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sweet Water High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sweet Water High School?
Sweet Water High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sweet Water High School offer ?
Sweet Water High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sweet Water High School part of?
Sweet Water High School is part of Marengo County School District.
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