Serving 647 students in grades 9-12, Athens Area High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athens Area High School's student population of 647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Building Foundations for Future Success!
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Athens Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Area High School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1782 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Area High School's ranking?
Athens Area High School is ranked #1782 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Athens Area High School often compared to?
Athens Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sayre Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens Area High School?
The graduation rate of Athens Area High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Athens Area High School?
647 students attend Athens Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Athens Area High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athens Area High School?
Athens Area High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Athens Area High School offer ?
Athens Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Athens Area High School part of?
Athens Area High School is part of Athens Area School District.
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