6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Acworth, Georgia

19 schools · 11 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 5 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 13

Private: 6

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Estimated Scores: 25%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $99,339
Median home value: $334,150
Bachelor's degree or higher: 38%
Avg commute: 33 min
Owner-occupied homes: 79%

How Acworth compares

Georgia rank

#107 of 240

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Georgia avg (6.3)

Median household income

$99k

142% of Georgia median

Schools in this city

16

About Schools in Acworth, Georgia

Acworth, Georgia is home to 19 schools, including 13 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 11 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Acworth show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Acworth is Allatoona Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Acworth is served by 3 school districts: Bartow County, Cherokee County, Cobb County. These districts collectively serve 162,530 students.

Acworth's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $99,339. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Filter by ZIP: 30101 (15) 30102 (4)

Elementary Schools

11 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Allatoona Elementary School 415 students · Pre-K–5th	415	Pre-K–5th	8.9
2	Acworth Intermediate School 505 students · 2nd–5th	505	2nd–5th	8.4
3	Pickett's Mill Elementary School 734 students · Pre-K–5th	734	Pre-K–5th	8.4
4	McCall Primary School 290 students · Pre-K–1st	290	Pre-K–1st	8.2
5	Baker Elementary School 774 students · Pre-K–5th	774	Pre-K–5th	7.2
6	Oak Grove Elementary School 507 students · Pre-K–5th	507	Pre-K–5th	6.3
7	Frey Elementary School 745 students · Pre-K–5th	745	Pre-K–5th	6.0
8	Pitner Elementary School 790 students · Pre-K–5th	790	Pre-K–5th	6.0
9	Ford Elementary School 747 students · Pre-K–5th	747	Pre-K–5th	5.8
10	Clark Creek Elementary School 1,159 students · Pre-K–5th	1,159	Pre-K–5th	4.0
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	MONTESSORI AT BROOKSTONE SCHOOL Private 11 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	11	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Durham Middle School 1,020 students · 6th–8th	1,020	6th–8th	5.1
2	Barber Middle School 832 students · 6th–8th	832	6th–8th	5.1

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Allatoona High School 1,642 students · 9th–12th	1,642	9th–12th	6.7

Other Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	FURTAH PREPARATORY SCHOOL Private 103 students · Kindergarten–12th	103	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
2	BROOKWOOD CHRISTIAN LANGUAGE SCHOOL Private 70 students · 2nd–12th	70	2nd–12th	Not Rated
3	CORNERSTONE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Private 490 students · Kindergarten–12th	490	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
4	OMEGA LEARNING CENTER ACWORTH Private 28 students · 4th–12th	28	4th–12th	Not Rated
5	THE LINK SCHOOL Private 25 students · 2nd–12th	25	2nd–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Acworth

Acworth, Georgia · 19 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$99,339

Median Home Value

$334,150

Median Rent

$1,562/mo

Population

107,464

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Community Profile

Acworth has a median household income of $99,339. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $334,150, with a median rent of $1,562/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Georgia
Total Schools: 19
Elementary: 11
Middle: 2
High: 1
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

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School Districts (3)

Bartow County

19 schools · 14,156 students

Cherokee County

37 schools · 42,016 students

Cobb County

110 schools · 106,358 students

Nearby Cities

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10 mi

Marietta (80 schools)

Cartersville (13 schools)

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Holly Springs (1 school)

Mableton (12 schools)

Other Major Cities in Georgia

Top metros statewide by school count.

Atlanta 216 schools Savannah 73 schools Decatur 59 schools Columbus 58 schools Macon 56 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Acworth, Georgia

How many schools are in Acworth, Georgia?

Acworth has 19 schools, including 13 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Acworth, Georgia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Acworth is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Acworth, Georgia?

The top-ranked school in Acworth on MySchoolScout is Allatoona Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Acworth, Georgia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Acworth on MySchoolScout is Allatoona Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Acworth, Georgia?

The top-ranked middle school in Acworth on MySchoolScout is Durham Middle School with a composite score of 5.1/10.

What is the best high school in Acworth, Georgia?

The top-ranked high school in Acworth on MySchoolScout is Allatoona High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Acworth, Georgia?

Acworth is served by 3 school districts: Bartow County, Cherokee County, Cobb County.

What is the education level in Acworth, Georgia?

According to Census data, 38% of adults in Acworth have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Acworth, Georgia?

The median household income in Acworth is approximately $99,339 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Acworth, Georgia?

Yes, Acworth has 6 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Furtah Preparatory School with a score of 7.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Acworth, Georgia?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Acworth is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Acworth, Georgia?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.