Serving 1,021 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cheatham Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,021 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cheatham Hill Elementary School serves the western part of Marietta, GA, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the nearest boundary being about 2.3 miles and the furthest edge extending 3.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cheatham Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cheatham Hill Elementary School's student population of 1,021 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,021 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Motto
A school of excellence where ALL students succeed.
School Rankings
Cheatham Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cheatham Hill Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#329 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheatham Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Cheatham Hill Elementary School is ranked #329 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cheatham Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Cheatham Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cheatham Hill Elementary School?
1,021 students attend Cheatham Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Cheatham Hill Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cheatham Hill Elementary School?
Cheatham Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cheatham Hill Elementary School offer ?
Cheatham Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cheatham Hill Elementary School part of?
Cheatham Hill Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 19, 2027 (Wednesday)
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