East Cobb is renowned for its excellent schools, which consistently rank among the highest in the state. The community takes pride in providing high-quality education and a nurturing learning environment for students of all ages. Schools in East Cobb are part of the Cobb County School System.
East Cobb high schools include the top rated Lassiter, Pope, and Walton High School districts, as well as much of the Wheeler and Sprayberry High School districts, and portions of the Kell High School district.
School Calendar
The school year typically starts on the first weekday or first Monday in August and runs through the Wednesday before Memorial Day. The school year includes days off for Labor Day in September, a Student Holiday/Staff Workday in November for Election Day, and Martin Luther King Jr Day in January. Five weeklong breaks take place each school year for Fall Break in late September, Thanksgiving Holidays in late November, Winter Holidays from late December through early January, Winter Break in late February, and Spring Break during the first full week in April.
School Calendar for the 2024-2025 Academic School Year.
High Schools (Grades 9-12)
High Schools in East Cobb include all of the Lassiter High School, Pope High School, and Walton High School districts as well as most of the Sprayberry High School and Wheeler High School districts, and a portion of the Kell High School district. Most of the Sprayberry High School district lies to the east of I-75 and I-575 is located in East Cobb. About portion of the Kell High School is located to the east of I-575 in East Cobb. Small portions of the Wheeler High School district lie west of I-75 and are not considered a part of East Cobb.
Kell High School
Since opening its doors in 2002, Kell has built a strong foundation in academics, athletics, and the arts. Named after named after Carl Kell, the school provides an extensive selection of courses, including advanced placement and honors options, helping students prepare for college and future careers. Its athletic teams are competitive, and its fine arts program is active, providing a well-rounded high school experience.
4770 Lee Waters Road
Marietta GA 30066
(678) 494-7844
#10 High School in Cobb County and #78 in Georgia Rankings for 2024
CobbK12.org/Kell
Lassiter High School
Opened in 1981, Lassiter is known for its strong academic programs, including numerous advanced placement and honors courses, as well as its top-tier performing arts department. Lassiter’s award-winning band and theater programs are highly regarded across the state. Along with academics and the arts, the school offers competitive athletics and successful sports teams, giving students a range of opportunities to excel.
2601 Shallowford Road
Marietta GA 30066
(678) 494-7863
#2 High School in Cobb County and #13 in Georgia Rankings for 2024
CobbK12.org/Lassiter
Pope High School
Established in 1987, Pope is recognized for its academic strength, particularly in college preparatory courses, and offers a wide variety of advanced placement and honors classes. The school is named in honor of Alan C. Pope, a former Cobb County educator and not after the Catholic Pope, as is sometimes mistakenly assumed. Pope High also has a strong presence in athletics and fine arts, with students excelling in both areas. Its academic rigor, combined with diverse extracurricular options, helps students develop their skills and prepares them for the future.
3001 Hembree Road
Marietta GA 30062
(770) 578-7900
#3 High School in Cobb County and #25 in Georgia Rankings for 2024
CobbK12.org/Pope
Sprayberry High School
Known for its focus on academic excellence, the school offers a wide range of programs that cater to students with various interests and goals. With a history dating back to 1952, Sprayberry has maintained a reputation for preparing students for success both in higher education and in their future careers.
2525 Sandy Plains Road
Marietta GA 30066
(770) 578-3200
#8 High School in Cobb County and #69 in Georgia Rankings for 2024
CobbK12.org/Sprayberry
Walton High School
Walton is one of the top-performing schools in the Cobb County School District and operates as a charter school. Since its establishment in 1975, Walton has been known for its rigorous academic programs and innovative approaches to education, which are supported by its charter status. This allows the school greater flexibility in curriculum development and instructional methods. Consistently ranking among the best in both the state and the nation, Walton offers a variety of advanced placement courses, extracurricular activities, and athletic programs.
Marietta GA 30062
(770) 578-3225
#1 High School in Cobb County and #4 in Georgia Rankings for 2024
WaltonHigh.org
Wheeler High School
Established in 1965, Wheeler has built a strong reputation for its academic excellence, particularly in its STEM program. The school is home to the prestigious Center for Advanced Studies in Science, Math, and Technology, which attracts students interested in pursuing challenging coursework in these fields. In addition to its strong STEM focus, Wheeler offers a wide range of extracurricular activities and athletics, providing a well-rounded high school experience.
375 Holt Road
Marietta GA 30068
(770) 578-3266
#5 High School in Cobb County and #41 in Georgia Rankings for 2024
CobbK12.org/Wheeler
Middle Schools (Grades 6-8)
Middle Schools in East Cobb include Daniell, Dickerson, Dodgen, East Cobb, Hightower Trail, Mabry, McCleskey, and Simpson. Portions of Daniell Middle School, McCleskey Middle School, and East Cobb Middle School to the west of I-75 and I-575 lie outside of East Cobb. In addition, a small part of Kennesaw’s Palmer Middle School district located the east of I-575 is located in East Cobb.
Daniell Middle School
2900 Scott Road
Marietta, 30066
(678) 594-8048
Feeds to Sprayberry High School
Dickerson Middle School
Dickerson Middle School is recognized for its commitment to academic achievement and holistic development. It offers a rigorous curriculum and various extracurricular activities for students.
855 Woodlawn Drive
Marietta, 30068
(770) 578-2710
Feeds to Walton High School
Dodgen Middle School
Dodgen Middle School is known for its strong academic programs, dedicated staff, and supportive learning environment. It offers a range of extracurricular activities and clubs for students to explore their interests.
1725 Bill Murdock Road
Marietta, 30062
(770) 578-2726
Feeds to Pope (33%) and Walton (67%) High Schools
East Cobb Middle School
380 Holt Road
Marietta, 30068
(770) 578-2740
Feeds to Wheeler High School
Hightower Trail Middle School
3905 Post Oak Tritt Road
Marietta, 30062
(770) 578-7225
Feeds to Pope High School
Mabry Middle School
2700 Jims Road
Marietta, 30066
(770) 928-5546
Feeds to Lassiter High School
McCleskey Middle School
4080 Maybreeze Road
Marietta, 30066
(770) 928-5560
Feeds to Kell (86%) and Sprayberry (14%) High Schools
Simpson Middle School
3340 Trickum Road
Marietta, 30066
(770) 971-4711
Feeds to Lassiter (60%) and Sprayberry (40%) High Schools
Elementary Schools (Grades K-5)
Addison Elementary School
3055 Ebenezer Road
Marietta, 30066
(770) 578-2700
Feeds to Daniel (85%) and Simpson (15%) Middle Schools and Sprayberry High School
Bells Ferry Elementary School
2600 Bells Ferry Road
Marietta, 30066
(678) 594-8950
Feeds to Daniell Middle School and Sprayberry High School
Blackwell Elementary School
3470 Canton Road
Marietta, 30066
(678) 494-7600
Feeds to Daniell (60%) and McCleskey (40%) Middle Schools and Sprayberry High School
Brumby Elementary School
1306 Powers Ferry Road
Marietta, 30067
(770) 916-7070
Feeds to East Cobb Middle School and Wheeler High School
Davis Elementary School
2433 Jamerson Road
Marietta, 30066
(678) 494-7636
Feeds to Mabry Middle School and Lassiter High School
East Side Elementary School
3850 Roswell Road
Marietta, 30062
(770) 578-7200
Feeds to Dickerson (28%) and Dodgen (72%) Middle Schools
Eastvalley Elementary School
2570 Lower Roswell Road
Marietta, 30068
(770) 578-7214
Feeds to East Cobb Middle School and Wheeler High School
Garrison Mill Elementary School
4111 Wesley Chapel Road
Marietta, 30062
(770) 642-5600
Feeds to Mabry Middle School and Lassiter High School
Keheley Elementary School
1985 Kemp Road
Marietta, 30066
(678) 494-7836
Feeds to McCleskey Middle Schools
Kincaid Elementary School
1410 Kincaid Road
Marietta, 30066
(770) 578-7238
Feeds to Daniell (35%) Dodgen (10%) and Simpson (55%) Middle Schools
Mount Bethel Elementary School
1210 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, 30068
(770) 578-7248
Feeds to Dickerson (86%) and Dodgen (14%) Middle Schools
Mountain View Elementary School
3448 Sandy Plains Road
Marietta, 30066
(770) 578-7265
Feeds to Hightower Trail (47%) and Simpson (53%) Middle Schools
Murdock Elementary School
2320 Murdock Road
Marietta, 30062
(770) 509-5071
Feeds to Dodgen (79%) and Hightower Trail (21%) Middle Schools
Nicholson Elementary School
1599 Shallowford Road
Marietta, 30066
(770) 928-5573
Feeds to McCleskey Middle School
Powers Ferry Elementary School
403 Powers Ferry Road
Marietta, 30067
(770) 578-7936
Feeds to East Cobb Middle School and Wheeler High School
Rocky Mount Elementary School
2400 Rocky Mountain Road
Marietta, 30066
(770) 591-5050
Feeds to Mabry (32%) and Simpson (68%) Middle Schools
Sedalia Park Elementary School
2230 Lower Roswell Road
Marietta, 30068
(770) 509-5162
Feeds to Daniell (24%) and East Cobb (76%) Middle Schools
Shallowford Falls Elementary School
3529 Lassiter Road
Marietta, 30062
(770) 642-5610
Feeds to Hightower Trail (53%) and Simpson (47%) Middle Schools
Sope Creek Elementary School
Sope Creek Elementary School is highly regarded for its academic standards and nurturing environment. It focuses on providing a well-rounded education, incorporating art, music, and physical education into the curriculum.
3320 Paper Mill Road
Marietta, 30067
(770) 916-7085
Feeds to Dickerson (71%) and East Cobb (29%) Middle Schools
Timber Ridge Elementary School
5000 Timber Ridge Road
Marietta, 30068
(770) 642-5621
Feeds to Dickerson (30%) and Dodgen (70%) Middle Schools
Tritt Elementary School
4435 Post Oak Tritt Road
Marietta, 30062
(770) 642-5630
Feeds to Hightower Trail Middle School and Pope High School
East Cobb is home to exceptional schools that consistently rank among the top in Georgia. Walton High School, Pope High School, and Lassiter High School are well-known for their academic excellence, advanced placement programs, and strong extracurricular offerings. Dickerson Middle School, Dodgen Middle School, Mabry Middle School, Sope Creek Elementary School, East Side Elementary School, and Mount Bethel Elementary School and many other East Cobb schools also stand out for their commitment to academic achievement, nurturing environments, and well-rounded education. The community’s dedication to education and the presence of qualified staff contribute to the success and reputation of all East Cobb schools.
Please note that feeder patterns and attendance zones for each school are subject to change. To determine the feeder pattern and school attendance zone for your specific address, please visit the Cobb County School District’s website at:
CobbK12.org
East Cobb School Calendar 2024-2025
Unveiling the Namesakes: Exploring the Names Behind East Cobb High Schools
