ATHENS SR HIGH SCHOOL

Athens Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Athens CUSD 213 school district, located in Athens, IL with about 303 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Athens Sr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Athens Senior High School, located at 501 Warrior Way in Athens, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Athens Community Unit School District #213. As a small-town public high school, it acts as a central hub for the local community, focusing on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce. The school is home to the "Warriors" athletic programs and various student organizations, fostering a school spirit that is closely tied to the surrounding rural and suburban community.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student development within a supportive, close-knit environment. By emphasizing both rigorous classroom learning and character-building activities, Athens Senior High strives to maintain high academic standards while encouraging individual growth. Its location in Athens, a growing community in Menard County, positions the school as a vital resource for families in the area, offering a blend of traditional educational values and modern instructional practices aimed at student success in the 21st century.

For more information, contact Athens Sr High School at (217) 636-8314 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.