Serving 810 students in grades 6-8, Athena Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athena Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Athena Middle School's student population of 810 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
810 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Athena Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athena Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2459 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
53%
39%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athena Middle School's ranking?
Athena Middle School is ranked #2459 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Athena Middle School often compared to?
Athena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia Middle School, Olympia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Athena Middle School?
810 students attend Athena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Athena Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athena Middle School?
Athena Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Athena Middle School offer ?
Athena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Athena Middle School part of?
Athena Middle School is part of Greece Central School District.
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