Garrett Middle School vs South Cobb High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garrett Middle School
Austell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
891 students
South Cobb High School
Austell · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,081 students
| Measure | Garrett Middle School Austell, Georgia | South Cobb High School Austell, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #406 of 482 | #212 of 431 |
| National rank | #14070 of 15,369 | #12142 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 891 | 2,081 |
| Enrollment | 891 | 2,081 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 90.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 38% |
| city | Austell | Austell |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Cobb High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.3 vs 18.2).
- •South Cobb High School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 26%).
- •South Cobb High School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 30%).
- •South Cobb High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.3% vs 100%).
- •Garrett Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 15.9).
- •South Cobb High School is the larger school with 2,081 students compared with 891.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Garrett Middle School better than South Cobb High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Cobb High School ranks higher (35.3 vs 18.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Garrett Middle School and South Cobb High School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Austell and Austell in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garrett Middle School: 891. South Cobb High School: 2,081. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garrett Middle School and South Cobb High School rank in Georgia?
Garrett Middle School is 406th of 482 and South Cobb High School is 212th of 431 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).