For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 105 students in Athens, ME.
The top-ranked public school in Athens, ME is Athens Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, ME public school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in Athens have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Athens, ME (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Athens Community School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8 Fox Hill Road
Athens, ME 04912
(207) 654-2561
Athens, ME 04912
(207) 654-2561
Gr: PK-8 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Athens, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in Athens, ME include Athens Community School.
How many public schools are located in Athens?
1 public schools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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