Athens Intermediate School ranked #342 in Alabama in 2023, down from a peak rank of #226 in 2014, showing a general decline in state ranking over the past decade.
Math proficiency was 38% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, but declined from 55% in 2018; reading proficiency was 55%, higher than the state average of 47%, showing an upward trend since 2017.
Minority enrollment was 52% in 2023, with 348 students eligible for free lunch, indicating consistent socioeconomic diversity and high Title I eligibility.
The school served grades 4–5 with 607 students and a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 in 2023, maintaining steady enrollment growth from previous years.
Science proficiency stood at 45%, higher than the state average of 38% in 2022, reflecting improvement from 38% in 2021.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Athens Intermediate School's student population of 641 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Athens Intermediate 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 Intermediate School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#342 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
12%
Black
20%
31%
White
48%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Intermediate School's ranking?
Athens Intermediate School is ranked #342 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Athens Intermediate School?
641 students attend Athens Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Athens Intermediate School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athens Intermediate School?
Athens Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athens Intermediate School offer ?
Athens Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Athens Intermediate School part of?
Athens Intermediate School is part of Athens City School District.
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