Serving 1,809 students in grades 9-12, Kennesaw Mountain High School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennesaw Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kennesaw Mountain High School's student population of 1,809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kennesaw Mountain High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennesaw Mountain High School is 0.73, 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
#399 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
31%
36%
White
37%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennesaw Mountain High School's ranking?
Kennesaw Mountain High School is ranked #399 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kennesaw Mountain High School often compared to?
Kennesaw Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Cobb High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennesaw Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Kennesaw Mountain High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kennesaw Mountain High School?
1,809 students attend Kennesaw Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Kennesaw Mountain High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennesaw Mountain High School?
Kennesaw Mountain High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kennesaw Mountain High School offer ?
Kennesaw Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kennesaw Mountain High School part of?
Kennesaw Mountain High School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/3/2022
I absolutely LOVED my time at the mountain. I would not change one thing. I felt that the administration genuinely cared for the students in a way that was different than the typical school. Classmates wanted to see each other succeed. This isnt to say there wasnt the typical high school drama. But truly, KMHS is the reason I am where I am today.
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