Wheeler High School

Public 9-12

 375 Holt Rd NE
       Marietta, GA  30068


(770) 578-3266

District: Cobb County

SchoolDigger Rank:
72nd of 446 Georgia High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,136 Help


Feeder schools for Wheeler High School:

Elementary:    Brumby Elementary School
    Eastvalley Elementary School
    Powers Ferry Elementary School
    Sedalia Park Elementary School
Middle:    East Cobb Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  17.2 Help
Number of students:  2,375

Racial breakdown:

African American:
33.7%
White:
25.0%
Hispanic:
23.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  38.8% Help


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Compare Details Wheeler High School ranks better than 83.9% of high schools in Georgia. It also ranks 11th among 17 ranked high schools in the Cobb County School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 71.29. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Wheeler High School freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Wheeler High School is diverse. Racial makeup is: African American (33.7%), White (25%), Hispanic (23.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 38.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Wheeler High School is 17.2, which is the 7th best among 17 high schools in the Cobb County School District. (See more...)
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Compare Wheeler High School employs 137.6 full-time teachers.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Wheeler High School is $8,136. 9 high schools in the Cobb County School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Wheeler High School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Wheeler High School 72nd of 446 Georgia public high schools. (See Wheeler High School in the ranking list.)

Cobb County:

SchoolDigger ranks Cobb County 52nd of 201 Georgia school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Wheeler High School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools GA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 67.40 80th 335 76.1%
2007 70.15 76th 358 78.8%
2008 75.57 65th 370 82.4%
2009 79.90 48th 372 87.1%
2010 73.92 77th 384 79.9%
2011 70.54 91st 402 77.4%
2012 65.48 107th 396 73.0%
2013 61.59 129th 425 69.6%
2014 58.07 137th 425 67.8%
2015 62.30 93rd 435 78.6%
2016 65.82 78th 426 81.7%
2017 57.68 103rd 420 75.5%
2018 68.55 81st 428 81.1%
2019 66.29 92nd 438 79.0%
2021 66.69 75th 410 81.7%
2022 70.58 79th 429 81.6%
2023 71.29 71st 442 83.9%
See the entire list of Georgia High School Rankings!

Data source: test scores: Georgia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Wheeler High School Test Scores
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Data source: Georgia Department of Education

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All ratings (Avg rating: 4.7)
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by a parent
Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Open Quote This is a great school. Both of my children are in the Magnet Program and are very successful. The principal and teachers are enthusiastic, professional and make learning an adventure for all the children. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, October 28, 2016

Open Quote Incredible school! Wheeler provides real life experience for our kids, the teacher give so much of their time, and the administrators provide a great atmosphere to support the whole community and students! Close Quote


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Saturday, August 8, 2015

Open Quote Excellent school, my son is now entering his third year. He loves the teachers and they are willing to help and work with students. School is entering the final stages of a major renovation. I highly recommend Wheeler High School. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Open Quote STEM Magnet Program has been fantastic for my children...teachers are fabulous in all disciplines (not just Math and Science), opportunities to take many science and math courses with block scheduling, students attending Magnet by and large are hard working and very motivated to do well. They are also supportive of fellow students. Seniors in the program complete an Internship in a field of their interest - which is unique and hugely beneficial to the students. Truly a great program for highly motivated students. Close Quote


by a citizen
Monday, June 27, 2011

Open Quote I am an alumna of Wheeler and I must say that the Magnet preparation has been very beneficial. Great program! Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Open Quote Best School Close Quote



Enrollment information for Wheeler High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1645 1645
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 1593 1593
1992 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1669 1669
1993 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1710 1710
1994 1231 274 138 53 1 n/a n/a 0 1697
1995 1142 336 136 49 5 n/a n/a 0 1668
1996 1142 336 136 49 5 n/a n/a 0 1668
1997 1096 380 143 68 3 n/a n/a 0 1690
1998 1084 431 145 80 1 n/a n/a 0 1741
1999 1051 490 142 97 4 n/a n/a 0 1784
2000 1001 519 139 119 2 n/a n/a 0 1780
2001 1001 514 139 152 1 n/a n/a 0 1807
2002 919 614 141 202 2 n/a n/a 0 1878
2003 919 614 141 202 2 n/a n/a 0 1878
2004 930 592 149 169 2 n/a n/a 0 1842
2005 829 628 155 175 3 n/a n/a 91 1881
2006 838 669 139 180 1 n/a n/a 93 1920
2007 853 653 158 184 1 n/a n/a 80 1929
2008 796 681 153 186 1 n/a n/a 67 1884
2009 772 758 169 188 1 n/a n/a 63 1951
2010 776 833 203 262 2 0 0 0 2076
2011 685 859 210 289 4 0 43 0 2090
2012 670 870 195 291 7 0 46 0 2079
2013 619 844 200 336 1 1 55 0 2056
2014 602 895 203 355 1 1 68 0 2125
2015 578 891 199 381 0 2 66 0 2117
2016 564 913 222 387 4 2 69 0 2161
2017 587 868 231 414 4 1 60 0 2165
2018 561 846 255 425 4 3 50 0 2144
2019 580 849 282 417 7 2 53 0 2190
2020 582 810 285 436 5 2 59 0 2179
2021 576 861 308 478 5 1 79 0 2308
2022 608 792 303 493 6 0 94 0 2296
2023 594 801 305 567 3 1 104 0 2375

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Wheeler High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1645 86.0 19.1 1.3
1991 1593 86.0 18.5 2
1992 1669 83.0 20.1 3.1
1993 1710 95.0 18.0 4.9
1994 1697 86.7 19.6 7.7
1995 1668 87.0 19.2 6.7
1996 1668 87.0 19.2 6.7
1997 1690 71.5 23.6 8.3
1998 1741 94.4 18.4 6
1999 1784 100.1 17.8 5.3
2000 1780 101.7 17.5 7
2001 1807 116.7 15.5 10
2002 1878 121.5 15.5 12.1
2003 1878 121.5 15.5 12.1
2004 1842 120.2 15.3 18.5
2005 1881 122.1 15.4 23.2
2006 1920 121.3 15.8 27.4
2007 1929 126.3 15.3 28
2008 1884 139.9 13.5 32
2009 1951 143.0 13.6 35.6
2010 2076 134.9 15.3 39.3
2011 2090 128.5 16.2 45.6
2012 2079 135.9 15.2 44.7
2013 2056 133.6 15.3 46.2
2014 2125 124.2 17.1 45.6
2015 2117 128.0 16.5 45.8
2016 2161 130.0 16.6 45.4
2017 2165 123.5 17.5 47.3
2018 2144 124.5 17.2 42.5
2019 2190 125.5 17.4 40.3
2020 2179 125.7 17.3 37.1
2021 2308 130.0 17.7 34.3
2022 2296 132.5 17.3 n/a
2023 2375 137.6 17.2 38.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Wheeler High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1645 86.0 19.1 1.3
1991 1593 86.0 18.5 2
1992 1669 83.0 20.1 3.1
1993 1710 95.0 18.0 4.9
1994 1697 86.7 19.6 7.7
1995 1668 87.0 19.2 6.7
1996 1668 87.0 19.2 6.7
1997 1690 71.5 23.6 8.3
1998 1741 94.4 18.4 6
1999 1784 100.1 17.8 5.3
2000 1780 101.7 17.5 7
2001 1807 116.7 15.5 10
2002 1878 121.5 15.5 12.1
2003 1878 121.5 15.5 12.1
2004 1842 120.2 15.3 18.5
2005 1881 122.1 15.4 23.2
2006 1920 121.3 15.8 27.4
2007 1929 126.3 15.3 28
2008 1884 139.9 13.5 32
2009 1951 143.0 13.6 35.6
2010 2076 134.9 15.3 39.3
2011 2090 128.5 16.2 45.6
2012 2079 135.9 15.2 44.7
2013 2056 133.6 15.3 46.2
2014 2125 124.2 17.1 45.6
2015 2117 128.0 16.5 45.8
2016 2161 130.0 16.6 45.4
2017 2165 123.5 17.5 47.3
2018 2144 124.5 17.2 42.5
2019 2190 125.5 17.4 40.3
2020 2179 125.7 17.3 37.1
2021 2308 130.0 17.7 34.3
2022 2296 132.5 17.3 n/a
2023 2375 137.6 17.2 38.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Wheeler High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2017 $225 (2.8%) $7,891 (97.2%) $8,116
2018 $229 (2.7%) $8,178 (97.3%) $8,408
2019 $219 (2.7%) $7,917 (97.3%) $8,136

Data source: Georgia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Wheeler High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 92nd of 438 High schoolsRanks 71st of 442 High schools
 4.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
End of Course American Literature and Composition (Wheeler High School)59.951.7
 8.2%
   End of Course American Literature and Composition (Cobb County)63.450.6
 12.8%
   End of Course American Literature and Composition (Georgia)47.338.9
 8.4%
End of Course Algebra I (Wheeler High School)32.736.1
 3.4%
   End of Course Algebra I (Cobb County)54.246.6
 7.6%
   End of Course Algebra I (Georgia)41.135.8
 5.3%
End of Course Biology (Wheeler High School)70.864.2
 6.6%
   End of Course Biology (Cobb County)66.959.7
 7.2%
   End of Course Biology (Georgia)4945.5
 3.5%
End of Course United States History (Wheeler High School)62.247.7
 14.5%
   End of Course United States History (Cobb County)71.154.5
 16.6%
   End of Course United States History (Georgia)48.337.1
 11.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students21902375
 8.4%
African American849801
 5.7%
American Indian73
 57.1%
Asian282305
 8.2%
Hispanic417567
 36%
Pacific Islander21
 50%
White580594
 2.4%
Two or More Races53104
 96.2%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients40.3%38.8%
 1.5%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 2,375 students attended Wheeler High School.

Wheeler High School ranks 72nd of 446 Georgia high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Wheeler High School are 34% African American, 25% White, 24% Hispanic, 13% Asian, 4% Two or more races.


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