For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,472 students in Marietta, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 296 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Marietta, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Marietta, OH are Marietta Elementary School, Washington School and Phillips School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marietta, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Marietta have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Marietta, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marietta Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
242 N 7th St
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 374-6530
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 374-6530
Gr: 3-6 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Washington School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 Washington St
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 374-6520
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 374-6520
Gr: K-2 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Phillips School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Pike St
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 374-6514
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 374-6514
Gr: K-2 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Marietta High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
208 Davis Ave
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 374-6540
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 374-6540
Gr: 7-12 | 995 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Washington County Cc Barrett Bld
Vocational School
21740 State Route 676
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 373-2766
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 373-2766
Gr: 10-12 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marietta, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Marietta, OH include Marietta Elementary School, Washington School and Phillips School.
How many public schools are located in Marietta?
5 public schools are located in Marietta.
What percentage of students in Marietta go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Marietta are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marietta?
Marietta public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Marietta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Marietta include: Phillips School vs. Washington School, Washington School vs. Phillips School
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