Allatoona High School is one of eighteen public high school in the Cobb County School District. The institution opened in the fall of 2008 and is currently the most recent high school in the district. It is located in suburban Acworth, Georgia, north of Atlanta, in the United States.
Serving 1,642 students in grades 9-12, Allatoona High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allatoona High 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
Allatoona High School's student population of 1,642 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Allatoona High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allatoona High School is 0.61, which is less 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
#297 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
19%
36%
White
58%
35%
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
24%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Allatoona High School's ranking?
Allatoona High School is ranked #297 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Allatoona High School often compared to?
Allatoona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison High School, Hillgrove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Allatoona High School?
The graduation rate of Allatoona High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Allatoona High School?
1,642 students attend Allatoona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Allatoona High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allatoona High School?
Allatoona High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Allatoona High School offer ?
Allatoona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allatoona High School part of?
Allatoona High School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
5 3/2/2019
Phenomenal school. Wonderful experience for kids to go to High School. Academics, sports, clubs, activities and lots of school spirit.
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