Sweetwater Elementary School
473 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Sweetwater Elementary School, located at 2505 E County Line Rd in Lithia Springs, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Douglas County School System. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills for its elementary-aged students. By integrating a standard core curriculum with various extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and beyond while maintaining a strong connection to the local Lithia Springs community.
Beyond academics, Sweetwater Elementary places a significant focus on student engagement and parental involvement to create a cohesive school culture. The administration and faculty work to implement educational strategies that cater to various learning styles, ensuring that students feel encouraged and challenged throughout their formative years. With its emphasis on building a solid educational groundwork and providing a safe, inclusive atmosphere, Sweetwater Elementary remains a pivotal institution for families residing in the Douglas County area.
Beyond academics, Sweetwater Elementary places a significant focus on student engagement and parental involvement to create a cohesive school culture. The administration and faculty work to implement educational strategies that cater to various learning styles, ensuring that students feel encouraged and challenged throughout their formative years. With its emphasis on building a solid educational groundwork and providing a safe, inclusive atmosphere, Sweetwater Elementary remains a pivotal institution for families residing in the Douglas County area.
473
Total Students
32.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 42 |
| Hispanic | 157 |
| Black | 251 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 21 |
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Black251 (53.1%)
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Hispanic157 (33.2%)
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White42 (8.9%)
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Two or More21 (4.4%)
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Asian2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Douglas County |
| Phone: | (770)651-4600 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 473 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 374 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 42 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
62
Grade 1
79
Grade 2
77
Grade 3
87
Grade 4
82
Grade 5
86
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 62 |
| Grade 1 | 79 |
| Grade 2 | 77 |
| Grade 3 | 87 |
| Grade 4 | 82 |
| Grade 5 | 86 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 245 | 51.8% |
| Male | 228 | 48.2% |
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