Athens High School

655 Hwy 31 North
Athens, AL 35612
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,121 students in grades 9-12, Athens High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,121 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : 94% (Top 30% in AL)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 29% (Top 30%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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School Overview

Athens High School's student population of 1,121 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,121 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
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School Rankings

Athens High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens High School is 0.61, which is less 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)
#506 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
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29%
24%
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38%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
2%
1%
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Hispanic
17%
10%
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Black
17%
32%
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White
58%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.61
This chart display the diversity score of Athens High School and the public school average diversity score of Alabama by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
94%
89%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 High School's ranking?
Athens High School is ranked #506 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Athens High School often compared to?
Athens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore High School, East Limestone High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens High School?
The graduation rate of Athens High School is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Athens High School?
1,121 students attend Athens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Athens High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens High School?
Athens High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Athens High School offer ?
Athens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Athens High School part of?
Athens High School is part of Athens City School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,121 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : 94% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 29% (Top 30%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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