For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 801 students in Marietta, PA (there are , serving 144 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Marietta, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Marietta, PA is Donegal Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marietta, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Marietta have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Marietta, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Donegal Intermediate School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1177 River Road
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1561
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1561
Gr: 3-6 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Marietta, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
420 Coffee Goss Rd
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1680
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1680
Gr: K | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
1179 River Rd
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1561
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1561
Gr: 3-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marietta, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Marietta, PA include Donegal Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in Marietta?
1 public schools are located in Marietta.
What percentage of students in Marietta go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Marietta are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marietta?
Marietta public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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