Campbell High School is a public high school and International Baccalaureate magnet school located in Smyrna, Georgia, northwest of Atlanta. It is part of the Cobb County School District.
Serving 3,030 students in grades 9-12, Campbell High School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,030 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Campbell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Campbell High School's student population of 3,030 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 173 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
173 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Rankings
Campbell High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Campbell High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#920 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
42%
36%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Campbell High School's ranking?
Campbell High School is ranked #920 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Campbell High School often compared to?
Campbell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Campbell High School?
The graduation rate of Campbell High School is 87%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Campbell High School?
3,030 students attend Campbell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Campbell High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Campbell High School?
Campbell High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Campbell High School offer ?
Campbell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Campbell High School part of?
Campbell High School is part of Cobb County School District.
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