Best Schools in Mableton, Georgia
12 schools · 7 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Mableton?
Use this page to compare every school in Mableton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
The Sae School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Riverside Elementary School
Elementary · Cobb County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Clay-harmony Leland Elementary School
Elementary · Cobb County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mableton for 2026 are The Sae School (8.0/10), Riverside Elementary School (6.7/10), and Clay-harmony Leland Elementary School (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
12
9 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$347,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
12
9 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$347,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 6.7/10 despite 96% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Mableton schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +8.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Mableton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Mableton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Sae School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Riverside Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Clay-harmony Leland Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Betty Gray Middle School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Floyd Middle School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 6 | City View Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Pebblebrook High School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Bryant Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Lindley Middle School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Mableton Elementary School | 4.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $99,975
- Median home value
- $347,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
9% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mableton compares
Georgia rank
#193 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$100k
143% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Mableton, Georgia
Mableton, Georgia has 9 ranked public schools, all serving students through Cobb County School District. The city's average school score sits at 6.3 out of 10 — a baseline that reflects a landscape where most schools perform solidly but standout options are limited. Only 1 of the 9 ranked schools, or 11 percent, clears the 7-point threshold, meaning parents who prioritize academic performance will need to be deliberate about school selection.
Clay-Harmony Leland Elementary leads the city at 8.5 out of 10, separating itself significantly from the rest of the field. For families with elementary-age children, it represents the clearest high-performing option in Mableton and is worth confirming attendance boundaries early in the home search process. City View Elementary (6.9) and Bryant Elementary (6.8) occupy the next tier, both performing near or just above the city average and offering reasonable options for families outside Clay-Harmony Leland's zone.
At the middle school level, Floyd Middle School scores 6.8 and ranks as the stronger of the two ranked middle schools in the city. Lindley Middle School sits at 6.3, matching the citywide average exactly. Parents transitioning children out of elementary should note the narrower performance range at the middle school level — both options fall within a half-point of each other, so factors like programs, commute, and campus culture may carry more weight than score differences alone.
Practically, Mableton's school landscape rewards parents who look beyond zip code. The gap between the top elementary school and the rest of the field is wide enough to make boundary verification worth the effort before committing to a neighborhood. Families zoned for Clay-Harmony Leland are working with a meaningfully stronger academic baseline. For those zoned elsewhere at the elementary level, City View and Bryant are functional options but score closer to the city average. Middle school choices are tight in score but still worth vetting for individual fit. Checking current Cobb County attendance zone maps directly confirms which schools serve a specific address.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 511 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 2 | 988 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 3 | 907 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 4 | 855 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 | ||
| 5 | 910 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Sae School
Private
153 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | 24 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 686 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 846 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 875 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,574 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mableton Christian Academy
Private
42 students · 1st–12th | 4.1 |
Schools in Mableton
Mableton, Georgia · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$99,975
Median Home Value
$347,800
Median Rent
$1,415/mo
Population
43,047
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Mableton has a median household income of $99,975. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $347,800, with a median rent of $1,415/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Mableton, Georgia
How many schools are in Mableton, Georgia?
Mableton has 12 schools, including 9 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mableton, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mableton is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Mableton, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Mableton on MySchoolScout is The Sae School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mableton, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mableton on MySchoolScout is The Sae School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Mableton, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Mableton on MySchoolScout is Betty Gray Middle School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Mableton, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Mableton on MySchoolScout is Pebblebrook High School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Mableton, Georgia?
Mableton is served by 1 school district: Cobb County.
What is the education level in Mableton, Georgia?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Mableton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mableton, Georgia?
The median household income in Mableton is approximately $99,975 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Mableton, Georgia?
Yes, Mableton has 3 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Sae School with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mableton, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mableton is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mableton, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Georgia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.