For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 801 students in Marietta, PA (there are , serving 161 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Marietta, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in Marietta, PA is Donegal Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marietta, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Marietta have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Marietta, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Donegal Intermediate School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1177 River Road
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1561
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1561
Grades: 3-6
| 801 students
Marietta, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
420 Coffee Goss Rd
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1680
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1680
Grades: K
| 158 students
1179 River Rd
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1561
Marietta, PA 17547
(717) 426-1561
Grades: 3-5
| 346 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marietta, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Marietta, PA include Donegal Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in Marietta?
1 public schools are located in Marietta.
What percentage of students in Marietta go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Marietta are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marietta?
Marietta public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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