Serving 252 students in grades 6-12, Athens Juniorsenor High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens Juniorsenor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Athens Juniorsenor High School's student population of 252 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Athens Juniorsenor High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens Juniorsenor High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1858 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens Juniorsenor High School's ranking?
Athens Juniorsenor High School is ranked #1858 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Athens Juniorsenor High School often compared to?
Athens Juniorsenor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Athens Juniorsenor High School?
The graduation rate of Athens Juniorsenor High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Athens Juniorsenor High School?
252 students attend Athens Juniorsenor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Athens Juniorsenor High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens Juniorsenor High School?
Athens Juniorsenor High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athens Juniorsenor High School offer ?
Athens Juniorsenor High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Athens Juniorsenor High School part of?
Athens Juniorsenor High School is part of Athens Area Schools School District.
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