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Birney Elementary School

Cobb County · Cobb County · 775 Smyrna Powder Springs Rd, Marietta, GA 30060.0

(678)842-6824

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4/10
#827
Rank 827 out of 1,259
Top 66%
English Language Arts4/10 · #771 · 39th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #781 · 38th percentile
Science3/10 · #940 · 22nd percentile

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School Overview

Birney Elementary sits in one of Marietta's more established western neighborhoods, offering families an accessible community school with a welcoming feel. Academics hover around the middle of the pack statewide, with room to grow, and the school tends to draw families who value neighborhood roots and local connection over competitive rankings. Marietta itself has a lot going for it — a charming historic square, easy access to outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community — making it a comfortable place to raise kids even if Birney may not be the first choice for families prioritizing top-tier test scores.

Student Demographics

337 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
171 (51%)
African American
135 (40%)
Multiple Races
13 (4%)
Other
18 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners102 (30%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged337 (100%)
Students with Disabilities42 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,413
Enrollment
67.04
Teachers (FTE)
21.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #346 · 73rd percentile

66 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found