Serving 607 students in grades 4-5, Athens Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Athens Intermediate School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Athens Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Intermediate School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#342 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
24%
11%
Black
20%
32%
White
48%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Intermediate School's ranking?
Athens Intermediate School is ranked #342 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Athens Intermediate School?
607 students attend Athens Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Athens Intermediate School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% 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 Intermediate School?
Athens Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athens Intermediate School offer ?
Athens Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Athens Intermediate School part of?
Athens Intermediate School is part of Athens City School District.
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