Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rocky Mount Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Rocky Mount Elementary School serves the northeast part of Marietta, GA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Mount Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rocky Mount Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rocky Mount Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Mount Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#92 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
10%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
64%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Roadrunner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Mount Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky Mount Elementary School is ranked #92 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rocky Mount Elementary School often compared to?
Rocky Mount Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garrison Mill Elementary School, Tritt Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rocky Mount Elementary School?
576 students attend Rocky Mount Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Rocky Mount Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Mount Elementary School?
Rocky Mount Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rocky Mount Elementary School offer ?
Rocky Mount Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Mount Elementary School part of?
Rocky Mount 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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