Alan C. Pope High School is a public high school located north of Atlanta in Marietta, Georgia, within unincorporated Cobb County. The school was founded in 1987 and serves approximately 1,888 students in grades 9–12. The school mascot is the greyhound, and the school colors are Carolina blue, navy blue, and gray.
Serving 1,758 students in grades 9-12, Pope 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 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,758 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pope 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
Pope High School's student population of 1,758 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
White, Blue, Grey, Navy Blue, Carolina blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pope High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pope High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
6%
36%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhound
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pope High School's ranking?
Pope High School is ranked #43 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pope High School often compared to?
Pope High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lassiter High School, Walton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pope High School?
The graduation rate of Pope High School is 97%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pope High School?
1,758 students attend Pope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pope High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pope High School?
Pope High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pope High School offer ?
Pope High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pope High School part of?
Pope High School is part of Cobb County School District.
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