Serving 105 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Athens Community School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Athens Community School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 43.6 square miles in Athens, ME. The zone typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Athens Community School's student population of 105 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Athens Community School ranks within the top 10% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Community School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#40 out of 500 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
98%
85%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Community School's ranking?
Athens Community School is ranked #40 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Athens Community School often compared to?
Athens Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dimensions Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Athens Community School?
105 students attend Athens Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Athens Community School students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athens Community School?
Athens Community School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Athens Community School offer ?
Athens Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Athens Community School part of?
Athens Community School is part of Athens School District.
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