Serving 866 students in grades 6-8, Smitha 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 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smitha Middle School serves the southern part of Marietta, GA, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smitha Middle School's student population of 866 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
866 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
To reach, teach, and empower all students
School Rankings
Smitha Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smitha Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1522 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smitha Middle School's ranking?
Smitha Middle School is ranked #1522 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Smitha Middle School often compared to?
Smitha Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lovinggood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Smitha Middle School?
866 students attend Smitha Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Smitha Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smitha Middle School?
Smitha Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smitha Middle School offer ?
Smitha Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smitha Middle School part of?
Smitha Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
The school is ok but i don''t like art, reading, and science due to the teachers
1 10/10/2025
If your child is new to Cobb county and attends this school, nothing will be done if they are jumped on besides them being blamed.
5 10/10/2025
The school is great. You can get credits for highschool here. The teachers are all mainly nice. There are different types of music here, like chorus, band, and orchestra. There're many clubs. There Girls on the Run which is a girl track team. There's a game club. A yearbook clubs. A drama club and more. It's a good school.
2 10/10/2025
it's a decent school but could be better but it is a lot of racism.
1 10/10/2025
The fact that this school is at the bottom 50% says a lot. My children were performing at the top level at their previous school and now attending Smitha they are failing, matter of fact in one of my kid's classes the whole class is failing... they blame the students for not applying themselves, but I have physically witnessed no teachers teaching virtual students, so at what point does the school take accountability??? I have expressed my concerns with teachers, principals and administrative staff, no one cares!!! All they are concerned with is their paycheck!!! I cannot wait to get my kids out of this school....!!!
5 10/10/2025
If your child is failing, it is simply their own fault and probably aren't proficient with the category of learning. As a student who goes there, I was failing the first two quarters due to online school and not paying attention. When I went back face to face, the teachers are friendly, class is easy as long as you try. I am now on A and B honor-all. The school and teachers aren't the problem here.
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