Serving 1,575 students in grades 9-12, Athens High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Athens High School's student population of 1,575 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Athens High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#149 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
64%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens High School's ranking?
Athens High School is ranked #149 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Athens High School often compared to?
Athens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens High School?
The graduation rate of Athens High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Athens High School?
1,575 students attend Athens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Athens High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens High School?
Athens High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 Troy School District.
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