Greece Athena Middle School is a middle school in Greece, New York, a suburb of Rochester; it is located on the 3rd floor of the Athena Complex and covers grades 6–8. This school was visited by President George W. Bush in 2005. The school is also the location of the Greece Central Performing Arts Center.
Serving 1,070 students in grades 9-12, Athena High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,070 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Athena High School's student population of 1,070 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,070 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Athena High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athena High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1059 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
55%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athena High School's ranking?
Athena High School is ranked #1059 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Athena High School often compared to?
Athena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia 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 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athena High School?
The graduation rate of Athena High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Athena High School?
1,070 students attend Athena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Athena High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athena High School?
Athena High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Athena High School offer ?
Athena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Athena High School part of?
Athena High School is part of Greece Central School District.
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