SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sweetwater Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Douglas County school district, located in Lithia Springs, GA with about 570 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Sweetwater Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

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.

For more information, contact Sweetwater Elementary School at (770) 651-4600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2505 E County Line Rd
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
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SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lithia Springs, GA with about 570 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Douglas County
Total Students:
570
Teachers:
35.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 570 students

Black or African American
51.1%
Hispanic/Latino
26.1%
White
16.0%
Two or more races
5.3%
Asian
1.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.