ATHENS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Athens Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Athens City school district, located in Athens, AL with about 511 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 29 teachers, Athens Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 Middle School, located in Athens, Alabama, serves as a central hub for the city’s middle-grade students, typically covering grades 6 through 8. As part of the Athens City School District, the institution is committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development necessary for early adolescence. The school prides itself on preparing students for the transition to high school by offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities designed to encourage student engagement and personal growth.
Beyond its academic offerings, Athens Middle School emphasizes the importance of community and a supportive school culture. The administration and faculty focus on utilizing modern instructional strategies and technology to enhance the learning experience. By maintaining strong lines of communication with parents and local stakeholders, the school strives to create a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to participate in athletics, clubs, and service-oriented projects, ultimately aiming to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens.
For more information, contact Athens Middle School at (256) 233-6620 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6620
http://www.athensmiddle.org
ATHENS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Athens, AL with about 511 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Athens City
- Total Students:
- 511
- Teachers:
- 29
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 511 students
- White
- 57.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.6%
- Black or African American
- 16.6%
- Two or more races
- 7.0%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.9%
- Male
- 49.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.