Serving 295 students in grades 3-5, Marietta Center For Advanced Academics ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marietta Center For Advanced Academics ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Marietta Center For Advanced Academics's student population of 295 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marietta Center For Advanced Academics ranks within the top 1% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marietta Center For Advanced Academics 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
#7 out of 2204 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
30%
36%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marietta Center For Advanced Academics's ranking?
Marietta Center For Advanced Academics is ranked #7 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Marietta Center For Advanced Academics?
295 students attend Marietta Center For Advanced Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Marietta Center For Advanced Academics students are White, 30% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marietta Center For Advanced Academics?
Marietta Center For Advanced Academics has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marietta Center For Advanced Academics offer ?
Marietta Center For Advanced Academics offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Marietta Center For Advanced Academics part of?
Marietta Center For Advanced Academics is part of Marietta City School District.
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