Education

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Education

In addition to the attractions and entertainment options in the area, Kennesaw offers tremendous educational opportunities. One of the top-rated school districts in Georgia is located here, providing great opportunities for children looking to get a quality education from some of the best teachers available. 

Not only do these schools provide excellent learning experiences, but they also create an atmosphere that instills respect and community spirit. From acclaimed music and theater programs to athletic teams that bring home championship trophies year after year, Kennesaw provides something in our educational system for everyone.

#1

Best public schools in Cobb County

#2

Best College Campus in Georgia

#22

Best High School in Georgia; Kennesaw Mountain High

Cobb County School District

Below is a list of district schools serving the Kennesaw area.

  • Baker Road Elementary School

  • Big Shanty Intermediate School

  • Bullard Elementary School

  • Hayes Elementary School

  • Kennesaw Elementary School

  • Kennesaw Charter School

  • Awtrey Middle School

  • Barber Middle School

  • McClure Middle School

  • Palmer Middle School

  • Pine Mountain Middle School

  • Harrison High School

  • Kell High School

  • Kennesaw Mountain High School

  • North Cobb High School

CCSD Attendance Zones

Private Schools

Kennesaw has a number of private non-sectarian, parochial, Montessori and special needs and day care facilities fostering educational competition and offering parental choice in education.

Higher Education

In addition to Kennesaw State and Chattahoochee Tech, the metro region is home to more than two dozen colleges and universities.

KSU offers more than 150 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to its more than 35,000 students. With 13 colleges on two metro Atlanta campuses, Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia and the third-largest university in the state. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties and entrepreneurial spirit, draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. The university’s alumni network is 100,000 strong. A Carnegie-designated doctoral institution, it is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. 

Chattahoochee Technical College is a fully accredited, state-supported post-secondary technical college with programs designed to prepare individuals for entering the workforce, transfer to another college or university, enhance present job skills, or get a head start on college while still attending high school.

Life University is a private, non-profit institution offering first professional, graduate and undergraduate degree programs and postgraduate education in the fields of health care, science, nutrition and business.