On September 9, 1912, Sweetwater High School opened at this location under Principal E. Gatewood Hall.

This brick, two-story building was approximately 28,000 square feet and contained 14 classrooms, a gymnasium, an auditorium/study hall, and an apartment for the principal or caretaker.

The distinctive "bowl" in front of the building was created at this time, due to the excavation of needed fill dirt.

The curriculum included business, science, math, history, home economics, English, French, and Latin.

Previously, home games had been played at the fairgrounds, Kiwanis Field, or the neighboring Tennessee Military Institute.

In 1965, the aptly-named "Round Building" was built, including classrooms and locker rooms around the perimeter, and a 1,500-seat gymnasium in the center.

[2] In 2020, Sweetwater High School had 602 students: 82% Caucasian, 4% African-American, 9% Hispanic , 3% two or more races, and 2% Asian Sweetwater has a diversified athletics program, including football, basketball, cross country, softball, soccer, golf, baseball, and cheerleading.

Kippy Brown a Sweetwater High School graduate, also helped his prep team lead the state in scoring in 1972 and 1973.