Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sweetwater School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sweetwater School serves the northwest part of Glendale, AZ, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sweetwater School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sweetwater School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweetwater School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#705 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
37%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweetwater School's ranking?
Sweetwater School is ranked #705 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sweetwater School often compared to?
Sweetwater Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tumbleweed Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sweetwater School?
483 students attend Sweetwater School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sweetwater School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sweetwater School?
Sweetwater School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sweetwater School offer ?
Sweetwater School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sweetwater School part of?
Sweetwater School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Sweetwater School located?
Sweetwater School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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