Serving 360 students in grades 7-8, Athens Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athens Middle School's student population of 360 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Athens Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1635 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
85%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Middle School's ranking?
Athens Middle School is ranked #1635 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Athens Middle School often compared to?
Athens Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Jr. / Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Athens Middle School?
360 students attend Athens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Athens Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens Middle School?
Athens Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athens Middle School offer ?
Athens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Athens Middle School part of?
Athens Middle School is part of Athens City School District.
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