Athens City Primary serves 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athens City Primary's student population of 657 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
657 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
45 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Athens City Primary is 0.52, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
7%
20%
White
67%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Athens City Primary?
657 students attend Athens City Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Athens City Primary students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Athens City Primary offer ?
Athens City Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Athens City Primary part of?
Athens City Primary is part of Athens School District.
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