East Cobb Middle School

825 Terrell Mill Rd
Marietta, GA 30067
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,297 students in grades 6-8, East Cobb Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,297 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Cobb Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

East Cobb Middle School's student population of 1,297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,297 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
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School Rankings

East Cobb Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Cobb Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (GA)
#1197 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25%
36%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of East Cobb Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Georgia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
29%
39%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of East Cobb Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Georgia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
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Hispanic
29%
18%
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Black
42%
36%
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White
20%
37%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.70
This chart display the diversity score of East Cobb Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Georgia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in East Cobb Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Georgia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Cobb Middle School's ranking?
East Cobb Middle School is ranked #1197 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Cobb Middle School often compared to?
East Cobb Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dickerson Middle School, Dodgen Middle School, Lindley 6th Grade Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend East Cobb Middle School?
1,297 students attend East Cobb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of East Cobb Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Cobb Middle School?
East Cobb Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Cobb Middle School offer ?
East Cobb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Cobb Middle School part of?
East Cobb Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.

School Reviews

5   2/26/2018
Love, love, love this school. Both of my children have had excellent experiences and I am very pleased with their academics, the teachers and the administration.
- Posted by Parent - Tea
2   11/11/2011
Administrators are vey biased and unfair!! I came to the school to address a concern I have with my child and they treated me like I was unworthy. I have never experience this type of treatment from educator or adminstrator
- Posted by Parent - perce

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,297 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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