Athens Middle School ranked #550 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from a peak rank of #278 in 2014 and generally trending downward since 2010 in this Union County NJ high school category.
Math proficiency was 22% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, declining notably from 75% proficiency in 2013; reading proficiency was 51%, higher than the state average of 47%, while science proficiency was 40%, also higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased from 498 students in 2018 to 911 in 2023, with minority enrollment comprising 47% of the student body, reflecting a diverse demographic mix including 204 Hispanic and 153 Black students.
The school serves grades 6–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023, accommodating 911 students with 52 teachers, and 54% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating a significant socioeconomic need.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, with 90% in 2023 compared to 88% statewide, demonstrating steady student completion performance in this Alabama middle school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Athens Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Athens, AL, covering approximately 39.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical driving time of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athens Middle School's student population of 935 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
935 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Empowering all students for lifelong success
School Rankings
Athens Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Middle School is 0.68, 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
#550 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Middle School's ranking?
Athens Middle School is ranked #550 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Athens Middle School?
935 students attend Athens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Athens Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% 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 Middle School?
Athens Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athens Middle School offer ?
Athens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (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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