Serving 1,470 students in grades 6-8, Sweetwater Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sweetwater Middle School's student population of 1,470 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Patriots!
School Rankings
Sweetwater Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweetwater Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1045 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
74%
20%
Black
15%
36%
White
2%
34%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweetwater Middle School's ranking?
Sweetwater Middle School is ranked #1045 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sweetwater Middle School often compared to?
Sweetwater Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Rivers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sweetwater Middle School?
1,470 students attend Sweetwater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sweetwater Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% 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 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sweetwater Middle School offer ?
Sweetwater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sweetwater Middle School part of?
Sweetwater Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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