Serving 785 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Athens Renaissance School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens Renaissance School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Athens Renaissance School's student population of 785 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 154% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Athens Renaissance 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 Renaissance School is 0.37, which is less 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
#291 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
8%
32%
White
79%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Renaissance School's ranking?
Athens Renaissance School is ranked #291 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Athens Renaissance School often compared to?
Athens Renaissance Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens Renaissance School?
The graduation rate of Athens Renaissance School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Athens Renaissance School?
785 students attend Athens Renaissance School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Athens Renaissance School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athens Renaissance School?
Athens Renaissance School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athens Renaissance School offer ?
Athens Renaissance School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Athens Renaissance School part of?
Athens Renaissance School is part of Athens City School District.
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