Serving 2,042 students in grades 9-12, Athens Drive High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,042 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens Drive High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Athens Drive High School's student population of 2,042 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,042 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Athens Drive High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Drive High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
23%
25%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Drive High School's ranking?
Athens Drive High School is ranked #296 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens Drive High School?
The graduation rate of Athens Drive High School is 91%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Athens Drive High School?
2,042 students attend Athens Drive High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Athens Drive High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens Drive High School?
Athens Drive High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Athens Drive High School offer ?
Athens Drive High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Athens Drive High School part of?
Athens Drive High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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