Serving 1,027 students in grades 6-12, Cobb Horizon High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,027 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 52% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cobb Horizon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cobb Horizon High School's student population of 1,027 students has grown by 337% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 295% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,027 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Cobb Horizon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cobb Horizon High School is 0.70, 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
#1321 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
41%
36%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
52%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Cobb Horizon High School's ranking?
Cobb Horizon High School is ranked #1321 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cobb Horizon High School?
The graduation rate of Cobb Horizon High School is 52%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cobb Horizon High School?
1,027 students attend Cobb Horizon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Cobb Horizon High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cobb Horizon High School?
Cobb Horizon High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cobb Horizon High School offer ?
Cobb Horizon High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cobb Horizon High School part of?
Cobb Horizon High School is part of Cobb County School District.
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