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Marietta High School

1171 Whitlock Ave Sw
Marietta, GA 30064
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Rating
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3/
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Bottom 50%
Tel: (770) 428-2631
www.marietta-city.org
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Marietta High School serves 2,544 students in grades 9-12.
Marietta High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 62% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,544 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 84% (Btm 50% in GA)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marietta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 20%)

School Overview

Marietta High School's student population of 2,544 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 160 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,544 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
160 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Marietta High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Marietta High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
This School
State Level (GA)
Overall Testing Rank
#1680 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
37%
17%
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Black
39%
36%
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White
19%
38%
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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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Diversity Score
0.68
0.70
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Graduation Rate
84%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
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School District Name
Marietta City School District
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marietta High School's ranking?

Marietta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for: Most diverse schools (Top 20%).

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?

20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).

What is the graduation rate of Marietta High School?

The graduation rate of Marietta High School is 84%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 85%.

How many students attend Marietta High School?

2,544 students attend Marietta High School.

What is the racial composition of the student body?

39% of Marietta High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.

What is the student:teacher ratio of Marietta High School?

Marietta High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.

What grades does Marietta High School offer ?

Marietta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12

What school district is Marietta High School part of?

Marietta High School is part of Marietta City School District.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Spring Break - All Schools Closed (Students/Staff do not report)
April 03, 2023 (Monday)
Last day of School/End 2nd Semester
May 26, 2023 (Friday)
Memorial Day - All Schools Closed (Students/Staff do not report)
May 29, 2023 (Monday)

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,544 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 84% (Btm 50%)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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