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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best Athens Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,082 students in Athens, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in Athens, OH are Morrison Gordon Elementary School, East Elementary School and Athens Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Athens have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Athens, OH (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morrison Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
793 W Union St
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Gr: PK-3 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3 Wallace Dr
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Gr: PK-3 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Athens Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
51 W State St - 55
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-7107
Gr: 7-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Athens, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Athens, OH include Morrison Gordon Elementary School, East Elementary School and Athens Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Athens?
3 public schools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Athens are often viewed compared to one another?

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