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#1073 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 47% in state

Sawyer Road Elementary School

Elementary School · Marietta City

840 Sawyer Rd, Marietta, GA 30062

Enrollment

546

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,073 of 2,268

In Marietta

#43 of 58

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

Marietta City

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Sawyer Road Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Marietta · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sawyer Road Elementary School

Sawyer Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marietta, GA, part of Marietta City. Sawyer Road Elementary School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sawyer Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,073 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Sawyer Road Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Sawyer Road Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.4% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,612
Chronic Absenteeism27.8%

Sawyer Road Elementary School — Students at Sawyer Road Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
31%
2024
Math
37.6%
ELA
33.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.

How Sawyer Road Elementary School Compares

See how Sawyer Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in GA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

840 Sawyer Rd, Marietta, GA 30062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sawyer Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marietta Center for Advanced Academics (rated 9.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Side Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kincaid Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marietta, see our Marietta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lockheed Elementary School Marietta 1.1 mi 4.6
THE WALKER SCHOOL Marietta 1.2 mi 6.4
Kincaid Elementary School Marietta 1.4 mi 8.8
GRACEPOINT SCHOOL Marietta 2.2 mi 7.2
George W. Hartmann Center Marietta 2.3 mi
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marietta 2.1 mi 6.5
ACTON ACADEMY MARIETTA Marietta 2.4 mi
CARMAN ADVENTIST SCHOOL Marietta 2.0 mi 5.6
Bells Ferry Elementary School Marietta 2.4 mi 6.8
Daniell Middle School Marietta 2.5 mi 6.3
Park Street Elementary School Marietta 2.6 mi 6.4
Sprayberry High School Marietta 2.4 mi 6.5
Marietta Center for Advanced Academics Marietta 2.9 mi 9.7
Marietta Sixth Grade Academy Marietta 2.9 mi 7.3
FIRST UNITED METHODIST WEEKDAY MINISTRY Marietta 2.7 mi
CASA DEI BAMBINI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Marietta 2.9 mi 6.1
Marietta Middle School Marietta 2.8 mi 7.1
West Side Elementary School Marietta 2.8 mi 9.5
Emily Lembeck Early Learning Center Marietta 3.2 mi 4.9
Blackwell Elementary School Marietta 3.5 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,981

Median Home Value

$456,500

Median Rent

$1,761/mo

Population

63,105

College Educated

60.1%

Homeownership

81.5%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

41.1

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Eagle Ridge Academy Columbus, GA 6.5
East Newton Elementary School Covington, GA 6.5
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McGarity Elementary School Hiram, GA 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sawyer Road Elementary School

What grades does Sawyer Road Elementary School serve?

Sawyer Road Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sawyer Road Elementary School?

Sawyer Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sawyer Road Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sawyer Road Elementary School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sawyer Road Elementary School rank in GA?

Sawyer Road Elementary School ranks #1,073 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Sawyer Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sawyer Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Sawyer Road Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sawyer Road Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sawyer Road Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sawyer Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sawyer Road Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sawyer Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sawyer Road Elementary School?

85.5% of students at Sawyer Road Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cobb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

District

Marietta City
District Enrollment
8,642
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,612
District Rank
#9 of 12

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