For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 478 students in Athens, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Athens, IL are Athens Junior High School and Athens Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Athens have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Athens, IL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Athens Junior High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Warrior Way
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8380
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8380
Grades: 7-8
| 165 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Athens Sr High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Warrior Way
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8314
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 636-8314
Grades: 9-12
| 313 students
Athens, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Salt Creek Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
30819 Fancy Pr Ave
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 566-3841
Athens, IL 62613
(217) 566-3841
Grades: 10-11
| 9 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Athens, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Athens, IL include Athens Junior High School and Athens Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Athens?
2 public schools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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