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Best Athens Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,103 students in Athens, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Athens, TN are Athens City Middle School, Rogers Creek Elementary School and E K Baker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, TN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Athens have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Athens, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Athens City Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
200 Keith Ln
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-1177
Gr: 6-8 | 519 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Rogers Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
137 County Road 82
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2123
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
E K Baker Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1044 Co 172 Rd
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-2760
Gr: PK-8 | 307 students Minority enrollment: 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Athens, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Athens, TN include Athens City Middle School, Rogers Creek Elementary School and E K Baker Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in Athens?
3 public middle schools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).

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