Serving 384 students in grades 7-8, Athens Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Athens Middle School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Athens Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#889 out of 3137 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Middle School's ranking?
Athens Middle School is ranked #889 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Athens Middle School?
384 students attend Athens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Athens Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens Middle School?
Athens Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, 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
What school district is Athens Middle School part of?
Athens Middle School is part of Athens City School District.
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