Serving 1,104 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sope Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sope Creek Elementary School serves the eastern part of Marietta, GA, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sope Creek 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
Sope Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,104 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,104 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sope Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sope Creek Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#21 out of 2192 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Soaring Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sope Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sope Creek Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sope Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Sope Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brumby Elementary School, Mount Bethel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sope Creek Elementary School?
1,104 students attend Sope Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sope Creek Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sope Creek Elementary School?
Sope Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sope Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sope Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sope Creek Elementary School part of?
Sope Creek Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is the best school ever! I am totally fit and ready to go to middle school.
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