Athens Intermediate School

1916 Us Hwy 72 W
Athens, AL 35611
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 592 students in grades 4-5, Athens Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 592 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 30% in AL
  • : 35% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Athens Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Athens Intermediate School's student population of 592 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
592 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings

Athens Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Intermediate 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AL)
#309 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
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35%
24%
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51%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
21%
10%
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Black
16%
32%
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White
55%
53%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.63
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Athens Intermediate School's ranking?
Athens Intermediate School is ranked #309 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Athens Intermediate School?
592 students attend Athens Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Athens Intermediate School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens Intermediate School?
Athens Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Athens Intermediate School offer ?
Athens Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Athens Intermediate School part of?
Athens Intermediate School is part of Athens City School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 592 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 35% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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