Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Athenian Academy Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athenian Academy Charter School's student population of 405 students has grown by 3015% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 666% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Athenian Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athenian Academy Charter School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1798 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athenian Academy Charter School's ranking?
Athenian Academy Charter School is ranked #1798 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Athenian Academy Charter School?
405 students attend Athenian Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Athenian Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athenian Academy Charter School?
Athenian Academy Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athenian Academy Charter School offer ?
Athenian Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Athenian Academy Charter School part of?
Athenian Academy Charter School is part of Lee School District.
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