Athens High School ranked in the bottom 50% statewide in 2023 with an overall rank of #733, declining from #64 in 2011 and #350 in 2015, indicating weaker performance over time for this Alabama high school.
Math proficiency at Athens High School was 25% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 34%, also lower than Alabama's 47%; science proficiency was 41%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Minority enrollment represented 47% of the student body, reflecting diversity among its 1,228 students in grades 9–12; enrollment grew from 1,173 in 2023 while the student–teacher ratio improved to 18:1 from previous years.
The graduation rate was 90% in 2023, slightly above the Alabama state average of 88%, but the school showed declines in test scores and overall ranking despite maintaining a sizeable free/reduced lunch population near 51%.
Athens High School serves grades 9–12 as a Title I eligible school in Athens, Alabama, and continues operating with a diverse and growing student body within the Athens City education agency.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Athens High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Athens, AL, encompassing approximately 39.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athens High School's student population of 1,278 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Athens High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
24%
12%
Black
17%
31%
White
50%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens High School's ranking?
Athens High School is ranked #733 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Athens High School often compared to?
Athens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Limestone High School, Ardmore High School, Athens Renaissance School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens High School?
The graduation rate of Athens High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Athens High School?
1,278 students attend Athens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Athens High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athens High School?
Athens High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athens High School offer ?
Athens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Athens High School part of?
Athens High School is part of Athens City School District.
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