Serving 256 students in grades 6-12, Athens Juniorsenor High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Athens Junior/Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Athens, MI, covering approximately 74.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athens Juniorsenor High School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Entering to Learn Leaving to Achieve
School Rankings
Athens Juniorsenor High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Juniorsenor High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1851 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Juniorsenor High School's ranking?
Athens Juniorsenor High School is ranked #1851 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Athens Juniorsenor High School often compared to?
Athens Juniorsenor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens Juniorsenor High School?
The graduation rate of Athens Juniorsenor High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Athens Juniorsenor High School?
256 students attend Athens Juniorsenor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Athens Juniorsenor High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athens Juniorsenor High School?
Athens Juniorsenor High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Athens Juniorsenor High School offer ?
Athens Juniorsenor High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Athens Juniorsenor High School part of?
Athens Juniorsenor High School is part of Athens Area Schools.
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