Cobb County School District students once again demonstrated their academic excellence with 2024 ACT scores, surpassing both state and national averages. Increasing scores over the prior year, Cobb students achieved an impressive average composite score of 22.8 out of a maximum of 36.0 points, outpacing the Georgia average of 21.2 and the national average of 19.4. This success highlights Cobb’s ongoing commitment to high academic standards, rigorous instruction, and student achievement, and these results are a continuation of the phenomenal success that our students and teachers have achieved each year through hard work and focus on teaching state standards.
Cobb students also, once again, outperformed other metro Atlanta districts, all while maintaining high levels of participation. One neighboring district saw its average ACT score fall to 17.2, while another District’s score dropped to 21.1—significantly below Cobb’s district-wide average.
"Cobb students are well-prepared for college, careers, and beyond - ACT scores are another way their parents can be confident in the education they are receiving," said Cobb Schools Board Chair Randy Scamihorn.
Strong ACT Performance Across the Board
With nearly 2,150 students participating, ACT success extends around the county, as 11 schools scored above the Georgia average, and 12 schools surpassed the national average.
Both Walton High School and Wheeler High School tied for the highest ACT composite score of 26.0. Pope High School and Lassiter High School rounded out the top four with scores of 25.2 and 24, respectively.
Across the district, students excelled in every subject area: 22.2 in English, 21.9 in math, 23.9 in reading, and 22.5 in science—all significantly higher than state and national averages.
Seven students across four schools achieved a perfect ACT score of 36. This marks a proud moment for the district, as it reflects both the individual success of students and the supportive learning environment provided by teachers and staff.
ACT Success Mirrors SAT Achievement
Cobb students’ success on the ACT continues the 2024 trend of Cobb students outperforming their peers. The district’s average SAT score also outperformed both the state and national averages. As previously announced, Cobb students posted higher SAT scores than students across Georgia and the nation. Georgia’s average SAT score of 1039 lagged behind Cobb by 66 points, and the national average was even further behind with a score of 1024 or 81 points below Cobb. This balanced excellence on both the SAT and ACT demonstrates the district’s commitment to preparing students for success in college and beyond.
Graduation Rates Reflect Comprehensive Success
In addition to strong standardized test scores, Cobb students continue to graduate at record rates. Cobb’s Class of 2024 achieved an all-time high “real” graduation rate of 90.9%, reflecting a 6.5 percentage point increase since 2015. Cobb students again increased their graduate rate and succeeded at a higher rate than their Georgia peers.
Prepared for a Future of Excellence
The graduation rate and SAT and ACT scores indicate the success of the Class of 2024. Cobb's students' success on the Georgia Milestones indicates that Cobb's students have the academic foundation to continue succeeding and doing so at a rate beyond their peers.
