Sprayberry High School is a public high school located in northeastern Cobb County in Marietta, Georgia, United States, a north-northwestern suburb of metro Atlanta. It is a comprehensive senior high school with approximately 1700 students.
Serving 1,799 students in grades 9-12, Sprayberry High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sprayberry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sprayberry High School's student population of 1,799 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Rankings
Sprayberry High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sprayberry High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#465 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
29%
36%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jacket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sprayberry High School's ranking?
Sprayberry High School is ranked #465 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sprayberry High School often compared to?
Sprayberry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lassiter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sprayberry High School?
The graduation rate of Sprayberry High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sprayberry High School?
1,799 students attend Sprayberry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Sprayberry High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sprayberry High School?
Sprayberry High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sprayberry High School offer ?
Sprayberry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sprayberry High School part of?
Sprayberry High School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Calendar
View the Sprayberry High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 04, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break
September 22, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
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