Athens Elementary School serves 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
Athens Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Athens Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Athens Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Athens Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
39%
10%
Black
18%
32%
White
35%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Athens Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Athens Elementary School?
376 students attend Athens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Athens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens Elementary School?
Athens Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Athens Elementary School offer ?
Athens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Athens Elementary School part of?
Athens Elementary School is part of Athens City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break (school closed)
October 09, 2023 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Holidays (school closed)
November 22, 2023 (Wednesday)
Winter Holidays (school closed)
December 18, 2023 (Monday)
Winter Holidays (school closed)
December 25, 2023 (Monday)
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (school closed)
January 15, 2024 (Monday)
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