Top 3 Best Athens Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,133 students in Athens, OH.
The top ranked public schools in Athens, OH are Morrison Gordon Elementary School, Athens Middle School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Athens have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 33% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Athens, OH (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Morrison Gordon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
793 W Union St
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Grades: PK-3
| 385 students
Rank: #22.
Athens Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
51 W State St - 55
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-7107
Grades: 7-8
| 385 students
Rank: #33.
East Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3 Wallace Dr
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Grades: PK-3
| 363 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Athens, Ohio

Athens, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
41 Central Ave
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6866
Grades: K-6
| 195 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Athens, OH?
The top ranked public schools in Athens, OH include Morrison Gordon Elementary School, Athens Middle School and East Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Athens?
3 public schools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Athens are often viewed compared to one another?

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