Athens Senior High School is a public school located in Athens, Illinois. It is part of Community Unit School District 213 and includes 317 students in grades 9-12. The Athens Senior High School mascot is the Warrior and school colors are kelly green and white.
Serving 299 students in grades 9-12, Athens Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Athens Sr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Athens, IL, encompassing approximately 84 square miles. The area typically requires a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athens Sr High School's student population of 299 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Athens Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Sr High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1843 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Sr High School's ranking?
Athens Sr High School is ranked #1843 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Athens Sr High School often compared to?
Athens Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Porta High School, Greenview Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Athens Sr High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Athens Sr High School?
299 students attend Athens Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Athens Sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athens Sr High School?
Athens Sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Athens Sr High School offer ?
Athens Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Athens Sr High School part of?
Athens Sr High School is part of Athens CUSD 213 School District.
School Calendar
View the Athens Sr High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break Begins- Early Dismissal
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break- No School
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break- No School
March 27, 2027 (Saturday)
Spring Break- No School
March 28, 2027 (Sunday)
Spring Break- No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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