- Nickajack Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,260 students
- Sope Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,104 students
- King Springs Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,101 students
- East Side Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,072 students
- Cheatham Hill Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,021 students
- Clay-Harmony Leland Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,013 students
- Teasley Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 974 students
- Brumby Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 963 students
- Mableton Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 945 students
- Mount Bethel Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 898 students
- Dowell Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 898 students
- Kemp Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 894 students
- City View Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 870 students
- Smyrna Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 870 students
- Bryant Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 865 students
- Murdock Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 847 students
- Mountain View Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 837 students
- Powder Springs Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 805 students
- Tritt Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 804 students
- Hayes Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 802 students
- Pitner Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 802 students
- Bullard Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 799 students
- Clarkdale Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 785 students
- Still Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 755 students
- Pickett's Mill Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 753 students
- + 41 more elementary schools
- Campbell Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,368 students
- East Cobb Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,352 students
- Dickerson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,225 students
- Lovinggood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,209 students
- Dodgen Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,178 students
- McClure Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,030 students
- Cooper Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,000 students
- Griffin Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 991 students
- Durham Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 984 students
- Lost Mountain Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 979 students
- Hightower Trail Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 944 students
- Mabry Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 938 students
- Lindley Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 905 students
- Garrett Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 891 students
- Daniell Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 884 students
- Simpson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 884 students
- Smitha Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 866 students
- Tapp Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 809 students
- Pearson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 806 students
- Palmer Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 803 students
- Barber Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 790 students
- Floyd Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 776 students
- Betty Gray Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 702 students
- Awtrey Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 593 students
- McCleskey Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 540 students
- + 1 more middle school
- Campbell High School — Grades 9–12 · 3,085 students
- Osborne High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,790 students
- Walton High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,705 students
- Pebblebrook High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,574 students
- North Cobb High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,463 students
- Wheeler High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,401 students
- Hillgrove High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,282 students
- Harrison High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,224 students
- McEachern High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,175 students
- South Cobb High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,081 students
- Lassiter High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,005 students
- Pope High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,793 students
- Sprayberry High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,769 students
- Kennesaw Mountain High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,695 students
- Kell High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,587 students
- Allatoona High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,560 students
- Cobb Horizon High School — Grades 6–12 · 927 students
- Devereux Ackerman Academy — Grades K–12 · 54 students
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| Metric | Cobb County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 111 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Cobb County School District
Families searching for schools in Cobb, Georgia (ZIP 30080) are zoned to Cobb County School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Georgia districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 1 school, covering Pre-K – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Cobb County School District spends approximately $12,100 per student per year, placing it 10% above the Georgia state average of approximately $11,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 1 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Cobb County School District qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Cobb County School District ranks among Georgia’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Cobb County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 30080
Children in zip code 30080 are assigned to Cobb County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 30080, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Cobb County School District at (770)426-3300 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Georgia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Cobb
For families considering a purchase in the Cobb area, district assignment matters financially. Because Cobb County School District serves zip code 30080, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 30080 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Georgia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Cobb County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 30080.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Cobb County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30080 data.