For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 176 students in Athens, NY.
The top ranked public school in Athens, NY is Edward J Arthur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, NY public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Athens have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ in Athens, NY (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edward J Arthur Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
51 3rd St
Athens, NY 12015
(518) 731-1750
Athens, NY 12015
(518) 731-1750
Gr: PK-4 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Athens, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Athens, NY include Edward J Arthur Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Athens?
1 public schools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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