Athens Middle School
958 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
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.
958
Total Students
49.3
Full-Time Teachers
19.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 478 |
| Hispanic | 225 |
| Black | 171 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 65 |
| American Indian | 6 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White478 (49.9 %)
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Hispanic225 (23.5 %)
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Black171 (17.8 %)
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Two or More65 (6.8 %)
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Asian9 (0.9 %)
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American Indian6 (0.6 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Athens City |
| Phone: | (256)233-6620 |
| Website: | http://www.acs-k12.org/Domain/13 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 958 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 49.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 496 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 58 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
310
Grade 7
311
Grade 8
337
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 310 |
| Grade 7 | 311 |
| Grade 8 | 337 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 453 | 47.3% |
| Male | 505 | 52.7% |