Athens Drive High

athensdrivehs.wcpss.net/

2,062 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Athens Drive Magnet High School, located in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a prominent institution within the Wake County Public School System. Known for its strong academic tradition and diverse student body, the school operates under a magnet theme focused on "Center for Medical Sciences and Global Health Initiatives." This specialized focus provides students with unique opportunities to engage in rigorous health-related coursework, internships, and partnerships with local medical institutions, preparing them for future careers in healthcare and science.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Athens Drive is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular culture and spirited school community. The "Jaguars" take great pride in their comprehensive athletic programs, award-winning arts departments, and a wide array of student-led clubs and organizations. By balancing a challenging college-preparatory environment with a wide range of social and leadership opportunities, Athens Drive aims to foster a well-rounded educational experience that prepares its graduates for success in higher education and the global workforce.

2,062

Total Students

127.2

Full-Time Teachers

16.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Athens Drive High
Demographic	Student Count
White	848
Hispanic	452
Black	513
Asian	158
Two or More	87
American Indian	4

White
848 (41.1 %)
Black
513 (24.9 %)
Hispanic
452 (21.9 %)
Asian
158 (7.7 %)
Two or More
87 (4.2 %)
American Indian
4 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wake County Schools
Phone:	(919)233-4050
Website:	http://athensdrivehs.wcpss.net/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,062
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	127.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	889
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	60

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 606

Grade 10 553

Grade 11 443

Grade 12 460

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Athens Drive High
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	606
Grade 10	553
Grade 11	443
Grade 12	460

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Athens Drive High
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	1,013	49.1%
Male	1,049	50.9%

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