Best Schools in Marietta, Georgia
84 schools · 46 Elementary · 13 Middle · 12 High · 13 Other
Choosing a school in Marietta?
Use this page to compare every school in Marietta by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dunleith Elementary School
Elementary · Marietta City. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
West Side Elementary School
Elementary · Marietta City. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Sawyer Road Elementary School
Elementary · Marietta City. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Marietta for 2026 are Dunleith Elementary School (9.5/10), West Side Elementary School (9.3/10), and Sawyer Road Elementary School (9.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 57 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
84
60 public · 24 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$399,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
84
60 public · 24 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$399,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 9.5/10 despite 89% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.8 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 Marietta schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +16.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Marietta schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Marietta
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 57 rated schools; 84 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dunleith Elementary School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | West Side Elementary School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Sawyer Road Elementary School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Marietta Center for Advanced Academics | 9.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Sope Creek Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Marietta Sixth Grade Academy | 8.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Due West Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Fair Oaks Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Addison Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Marietta Middle School | 8.2 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $102,045
- Median home value
- $399,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 51%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Marietta compares
Georgia rank
#68 of 243
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$102k
146% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
77
Education Snapshot
Marietta, GeorgiaMarietta draws from 3 school districts covering 80 schools and roughly 57,143 enrolled students. The level mix runs elementary-heavy — 49 of the 80 campuses are elementary schools — alongside 13 middle schools, 10 high schools, and one charter school among the public options. On MySchoolScout, the 72 scored schools post an average composite rating of 7.3/10, a full point above Georgia's state average of 6.3/10. The economic profile here tracks above the state norm as well: median household income of $111,710 runs 40% above Georgia's $79,605 median, and 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Parents comparing the three serving districts will find a school field that clears the state benchmark by a meaningful margin, and an elementary network that accounts for more than half of all campuses across the city.
Cobb County runs 77% of Marietta's public schools
Marietta touches 3 districts, but Cobb County is the one most addresses actually attend.
Cobb County accounts for 46 of 60 public schools (77%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 14.
Among 57 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.7 to 9.5 — the spread is inside Marietta, not a citywide average.
- Cobb County46 public · 77%
- Marietta City13 public · 22%
- Department of Juvenile Justice1 public · 2%
About Schools in Marietta, Georgia
Marietta, Georgia gives parents a lot to work with. The city has 58 ranked public schools, spanning elementary through high school, with an average score of 7.3 out of 10. That average is a strong baseline — 38 of those 58 schools, or 66%, score 7 or higher, meaning parents have real options across most of the city rather than a narrow band of high performers surrounded by weak alternatives.
Elementary schools lead the performance picture. West Side Elementary School sits at the top of the city with a 9.7 out of 10, making it one of the highest-rated public elementary schools in the area. A.L. Burruss Elementary School follows closely at 9.5, and Hickory Hills Elementary School rounds out a strong top tier at 9.2. For families prioritizing academics from the start, Marietta Center for Advanced Academics (8.9) and Park Street Elementary School (8.8) add even more depth at the elementary level. Five schools clearing the 8.8 mark in a single city is a meaningful concentration of high performers.
The district structure matters for how parents should approach their search. School assignment in Marietta depends on address, and the gap between the top-rated schools and the rest of the ranked pool means location within the city can significantly affect which schools a child is eligible to attend. The Marietta Center for Advanced Academics operates as a specialized program, which may involve a separate application or eligibility process — parents should confirm enrollment requirements directly with the district.
The practical takeaway: Marietta's overall school quality is above average, and two-thirds of ranked schools performing at a 7 or better means most families will find a solid option in their zone. Parents chasing the top tier should map their prospective addresses against West Side, Burruss, and Hickory Hills attendance zones early in their home search. Those with academically advanced students should also look into the Center for Advanced Academics as a citywide option that may not be tied to a specific residential zone.
Elementary Schools
46 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 556 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 531 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.3 |
| 3 | 546 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 |
| 4 | 295 students · 3rd–5th | 9.1 |
| 5 | 1,106 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 6 | 648 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 7 | 724 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
| 8 | 571 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 9 | 356 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 10 | 686 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
Show all 46 elementary schools in Marietta
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 670 students · 6th–6th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 1,302 students · 7th–8th | 8.2 |
| 3 | 1,208 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 551 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
| 5 | 918 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 6 | 894 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 7 | 1,238 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 8 | 884 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 9 | 868 students · 6th–8th | 6.9 |
| 10 | 963 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
Show all 13 middle schools in Marietta
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
High Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,582 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 1,949 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 2,685 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
| 4 | 1,758 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 5 | 2,654 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 6 | 1,799 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 7 | 2,380 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 8 | 2,773 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 |
| 9 | 14 students · 5th–12th | — |
| 10 | 4 students · 6th–12th | — |
Show all 12 high schools in Marietta
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 127 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.4 | ||
Private Schools12 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Mde School of East CobbPrivate 214 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Eastside Christian SchoolPrivate 281 students · Kindergarten–9th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Mt. Bethel Christian AcademyPrivate 659 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | The Walker SchoolPrivate 902 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | 464 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | Mt Bethel Christian AcademyPrivate 684 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 7 | Legacy Christian SchoolPrivate 1,120 students · Kindergarten–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 8 | 70 students · UG–UG | Not Rated | ||
| 9 | 72 students · UG–UG | Not Rated | ||
Show all 13 other schools in Marietta
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Schools in Marietta
Marietta, Georgia · 84 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 7 ZIP codes
Median Income
$102,045
Median Home Value
$399,600
Median Rent
$1,601/mo
Population
329,774
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Marietta has a median household income of $102,045. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $399,600, with a median rent of $1,601/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 46
- Middle
- 13
- High
- 12
- Other
- 13
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Common questions about schools in Marietta, Georgia
How many schools are in Marietta, Georgia?
Marietta has 84 schools, including 60 public and 24 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Marietta, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Marietta is 6.8 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 Marietta, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Marietta on MySchoolScout is Dunleith Elementary School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Marietta, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Marietta on MySchoolScout is Dunleith Elementary School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Marietta, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Marietta on MySchoolScout is Marietta Sixth Grade Academy with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best high school in Marietta, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Marietta on MySchoolScout is Kell High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Marietta, Georgia?
Marietta is served by 3 school districts: Department of Juvenile Justice, Cobb County, Marietta City.
What is the education level in Marietta, Georgia?
According to Census data, 51% of adults in Marietta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Marietta, Georgia?
The median household income in Marietta is approximately $102,045 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Marietta, Georgia?
Yes, Marietta has 24 private schools alongside 60 public schools. The top-rated private school is Casa Dei Bambini Montessori School with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Marietta, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Marietta is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marietta, 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.