George Walton Comprehensive High School, also known as Walton High School, is a public high school located in Marietta, Georgia, United States. It is in eastern Cobb County and is a charter school in the Cobb County School District. It is a School of Excellence and the number one public school in the state.
Serving 2,705 students in grades 9-12, Walton High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walton High School's student population of 2,705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,705 students
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Walton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
6%
36%
White
58%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton High School's ranking?
Walton High School is ranked #27 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Walton High School often compared to?
Walton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lassiter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walton High School?
The graduation rate of Walton High School is 97%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Walton High School?
2,705 students attend Walton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Walton High School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton High School?
Walton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walton High School offer ?
Walton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton High School part of?
Walton High School is part of Cobb County School District.
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