Serving 1,173 students in grades 9-12, Athens High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Athens High School's student population of 1,173 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Athens High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#601 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
15%
32%
White
56%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens High School's ranking?
Athens High School is ranked #601 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Athens High School often compared to?
Athens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore High School, East Limestone High School, Athens Renaissance School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens High School?
The graduation rate of Athens High School is 92%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Athens High School?
1,173 students attend Athens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Athens High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens High School?
Athens High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athens High School offer ?
Athens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Athens High School part of?
Athens High School is part of Athens City School District.
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