Serving 372 students in grades 6-8, Sweetwater Middle 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sweetwater Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Sweetwater, TX school district, encompassing approximately 288 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sweetwater Middle School's student population of 372 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sweetwater Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweetwater Middle School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6358 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
37%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
#MustangSpirit
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweetwater Middle School's ranking?
Sweetwater Middle School is ranked #6358 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sweetwater Middle School?
372 students attend Sweetwater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sweetwater Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sweetwater Middle School?
Sweetwater Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sweetwater Middle School offer ?
Sweetwater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sweetwater Middle School part of?
Sweetwater Middle School is part of Sweetwater Independent School District.
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