For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,408 students in Athens, TN.
The top ranked public high school in Athens, TN is Mcminn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, TN public high school have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Athens have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Athens, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mcminn High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Athens, TN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcminn High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2215 Congress Pkwy
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-4142
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-4142
Grades: 9-12
| 1,408 students
Athens, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
625 Matlock Rd
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-0912
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-0912
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Athens, TN?
The top ranked public high schools in Athens, TN include Mcminn High School.
How many public high schools are located in Athens?
1 public high schools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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