Athenian Academy

Public, Charter K-8

 2289 N. Hercules Ave
       Clearwater, FL  33763-2326


(727) 298-2718

District: Pinellas

SchoolDigger Rank:
1350th of 2,242 Florida Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,286 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  12.5 Help
Number of students:  413

Racial breakdown:

White:
54.0%
Hispanic:
30.8%
African American:
8.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  54.5% Help


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Compare Details Athenian Academy ranks worse than 60.2% of elementary schools in Florida. It also ranks 70th among 90 ranked elementary schools in the Pinellas School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 39.49. (See more...)
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Compare Details Athenian Academy ranks worse than 60.5% of middle schools in Florida. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 38.77. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (54%), Hispanic (30.8%), African American (8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 54.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Athenian Academy is 12.5, which is the 17th best among 90 elementary schools in the Pinellas School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Athenian Academy is $8,286. 79 elementary schools in the Pinellas School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Athenian Academy was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Athenian Academy 717th of 1185 Florida public middle schools. (See Athenian Academy in the ranking list.)

Pinellas:

SchoolDigger ranks Pinellas 25th of 67 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Athenian Academy

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools FL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2007 69.18 556th 1786 68.9%
2008 47.76 987th 1789 44.8%
2009 40.82 1181st 1847 36.1%
2010 74.50 451st 1919 76.5%
2011 51.92 1000th 1985 49.6%
2012 66.05 669th 1984 66.3%
2013 63.74 707th 2029 65.2%
2014 71.05 552nd 2064 73.3%
2016 61.87 785th 2087 62.4%
2017 40.88 1260th 2112 40.3%
2018 46.67 1132nd 2118 46.6%
2019 22.59 1770th 2182 18.9%
2021 32.16 1514th 2247 32.6%
2022 45.85 1162nd 2219 47.6%
2023 39.49 1349th 2240 39.8%
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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Athenian Academy

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools FL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 65.93 300th 839 64.2%
2011 48.23 509th 891 42.9%
2012 67.68 288th 897 67.9%
2013 59.21 387th 956 59.5%
2014 60.54 380th 999 62.0%
2016 65.18 317th 997 68.2%
2017 48.21 532nd 1031 48.4%
2018 64.54 344th 1035 66.8%
2019 54.59 491st 1099 55.3%
2021 38.30 703rd 1136 38.1%
2022 23.74 906th 1148 21.1%
2023 38.77 714th 1177 39.3%
See the entire list of Florida Elementary School Rankings!

Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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by a parent
Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Open Quote There a ministration is not good they stand by bad teachers and let all the good teachers go they keep teachers that are verbal verbally abusive to their students and they do not help students that are falling behind or try to help them Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, January 24, 2020

Open Quote Absolutely one of the worst experiences with an elementary School ever. We've had children in there for the past 4 years now and will never return. I stuck around because our children had amazing relationships with some of their teachers and we didn't wanna mess that up. In the past 2 years the amount of teachers that have left is unreal, all with no notice to the children or parents, very unorganized, administration is a joke(can't take them seriously). Some abuse their power and belittle children, so short on staff that they would hire people that not qualified enough for position ect ect ect..... I can keep going put I'd be afraid to run out of room!!! Close Quote


by a citizen
Monday, November 4, 2019

Open Quote As a grandparent I am elated at the atmosphere crested by the staff and faculty. I’m happy my grandson is able to attend Thr Athenian Academy, Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, July 17, 2018

Open Quote Our child completed KG with Mrs. Noonan and we couldn’t be happier being part of the Athenian family. Mrs. Hershelman defined AA as the place "where our babies will be loved like they are our own." And, she and her team have held true to this promise. Mrs. Noonan is an exceptional, dedicated teacher! Mrs. Noonan and the administration at Athenian understand that it takes a village to raise wonderful children that turn in to strong, smart, compassionate, successful adults.
In my opinion, the negative reviews are a direct result of Athenian doubling in size. Athenian continues to adjust, recuperate, recalculate however, you define it. Athenian’s cheese was moved in a HUGE way and with great change, comes pain, and ultimately leads to great success!
A word about test scores - Test scores are important but they aren’t everything! There is ample research to support the hypothesis that standardized tests do not measure student success. This school is focused on the students’ individual needs, not just a number dictated by the state. Personally, we chose Athenian because they stressed, so deeply, how our child's education was about the child not a group as a whole. Each child is different, with unique needs. If you want a school that recognizes those differences and will truly love your child - you have come to the right place.
The one thing that the new administration needs to improve on is communication. We always felt well informed by Mrs. Noonan. However, there were many times when we experienced mixed or changing messages outside of the classroom. I know that the administration and the PTSA are actively working on this and I appreciate all their efforts however, it really MUST change this year. Communication and teamwork is paramount! Administration and the PTSA need to work as a team to stay connected to parents and students. We should be over informed of everything/anything having to do with the school. If you want more parent involvement, ask for it, communicate expectations, ask parents what their expectations are of you, and then together let’s stick to that plan! Parents reading this…we need you, admin and PTSA can’t do it alone!
Lastly, Thank you, Athenian family, especially Mrs. Noonan, Ms. Sara, Ms. Jeannie, Ms. Tavoularis, Ms. Masters, Coach Chris, Coach Romaine, Ms. Zoi, Senior Victor, Ms. Natalie, PTSA – You are appreciated! Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Open Quote Be a name, not a number! It's time that this best kept secret got out! Athenian Academy charter school (free) has a lot to be proud of. "A" rated school. AYP. FCAT: 1 of only 9 schools in the district that showed an increase last year in the number of students performing at grade level or above in both math and reading at all grade levels except one. Greek & Spanish taught daily from kindergarten up. Solid school leadership (principal- Kathy Manrique). Governed by local board (no longer Leona group). Caring, communicative teachers. K-8. Sibling priority. Uniforms. Partial busing. A great hybrid between public & private school without the religious curriculum & expensive tuition. So how do I know all of this? My child is a first grader at Athenian Academy. But don't just take my word for it, schedule a tour & come see for yourself. FYI, I'll see you at the PTA meetings, we're busy fundraising for smart boards & we're always looking for involved parents like you! Best of luck with your schooling decision (been there!) Isn't it awesome to have another option besides public or private? Charter schools offer a unique option indeed! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Athenian Academy

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2001 30 1 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 32
2002 70 1 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 73
2003 70 1 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 73
2004 108 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 110
2005 98 1 0 2 2 n/a n/a 0 103
2006 71 2 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 75
2007 74 2 0 1 1 n/a n/a 5 83
2008 112 1 1 13 2 n/a n/a 7 136
2009 135 9 7 18 2 n/a n/a 8 179
2010 194 13 5 25 1 n/a n/a 16 254
2011 162 21 2 24 2 0 17 0 228
2012 156 33 7 35 2 0 22 0 255
2013 180 35 7 35 1 0 21 0 279
2014 176 35 9 48 0 0 19 0 287
2015 186 31 7 55 2 0 16 0 297
2016 249 48 11 65 2 1 26 0 402
2017 294 51 18 77 2 1 36 0 479
2018 313 48 18 96 1 1 30 0 507
2019 304 55 17 110 1 1 23 0 511
2020 289 51 14 116 0 5 19 0 494
2021 258 47 11 123 1 3 22 0 465
2022 252 50 12 131 2 4 18 0 469
2023 223 33 6 127 2 2 20 0 413

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Athenian Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2001 32 0.0 0.0 12.5
2002 73 3.0 24.3 6.8
2003 73 3.0 24.3 6.8
2004 110 6.0 18.3 6.4
2005 103 5.0 20.6 16.5
2006 75 7.0 10.7 6.7
2007 83 7.0 11.9 23.1
2008 136 11.0 12.4 28.7
2009 179 17.0 11.9 29.8
2010 254 22.0 11.5 46.2
2011 228 28.0 8.1 42.5
2012 255 31.0 8.2 49.4
2013 279 22.0 12.6 41.2
2014 287 20.0 14.3 41.5
2015 297 24.0 12.3 43.4
2016 402 30.0 13.4 42.5
2017 479 33.0 14.5 39.2
2018 507 41.0 12.3 43
2019 511 38.5 13.2 42.9
2020 494 42.2 11.6 41.9
2021 465 37.0 12.5 44.5
2022 469 37.0 12.6 39.7
2023 413 33.0 12.5 54.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Athenian Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2001 32 0.0 0.0 12.5
2002 73 3.0 24.3 6.8
2003 73 3.0 24.3 6.8
2004 110 6.0 18.3 6.4
2005 103 5.0 20.6 16.5
2006 75 7.0 10.7 6.7
2007 83 7.0 11.9 23.1
2008 136 11.0 12.4 28.7
2009 179 17.0 11.9 29.8
2010 254 22.0 11.5 46.2
2011 228 28.0 8.1 42.5
2012 255 31.0 8.2 49.4
2013 279 22.0 12.6 41.2
2014 287 20.0 14.3 41.5
2015 297 24.0 12.3 43.4
2016 402 30.0 13.4 42.5
2017 479 33.0 14.5 39.2
2018 507 41.0 12.3 43
2019 511 38.5 13.2 42.9
2020 494 42.2 11.6 41.9
2021 465 37.0 12.5 44.5
2022 469 37.0 12.6 39.7
2023 413 33.0 12.5 54.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Athenian Academy

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018 $00 (0.0%) $7,261 (100.0%) $7,261
2019 $00 (0.0%) $8,079 (100.0%) $8,079
2020 $17 (0.2%) $7,508 (99.8%) $7,525
2021 $261 (3.1%) $8,192 (96.9%) $8,453
2022 $865 (10.4%) $7,421 (89.6%) $8,286

Data source: Florida Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Athenian Academy

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1770th of 2182 Elementary schoolsRanks 1349th of 2240 Elementary schools
 20.9%
Ranks 491st of 1099 Middle schoolsRanks 714th of 1177 Middle schools
 16%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Athenian Academy)5746
 11%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pinellas)5652
 4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5853
 5%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Athenian Academy)3232
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Pinellas)6260
 2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Florida)6258
 4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Athenian Academy)4571
 26%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Pinellas)5657
 1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5857
 1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Athenian Academy)4669
 23%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Pinellas)6465
 1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Florida)6461
 3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Athenian Academy)3856
 18%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pinellas)5458
 4%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5655
 1%
5th Grade Mathematics (Athenian Academy)4060
 20%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Pinellas)6058
 2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Florida)6052
 8%
5th Grade Science (Athenian Academy)3457
 23%
   5th Grade Science (Pinellas)5460
 6%
   5th Grade Science (Florida)5351
 2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Athenian Academy)3021
 9%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Pinellas)5148
 3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5452
 2%
6th Grade Mathematics (Athenian Academy)4323
 20%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Pinellas)4447
 3%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Florida)5549
 6%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Athenian Academy)5633
 23%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Pinellas)5146
 5%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5248
 4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Athenian Academy)7641
 35%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Pinellas)6052
 8%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Florida)5446
 8%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Athenian Academy)5642
 14%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Pinellas)5545
 10%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5649
 7%
8th Grade Mathematics (Athenian Academy)605
 55%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Pinellas)3125
 6%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Florida)4642
 4%
8th Grade Science (Athenian Academy)5938
 21%
   8th Grade Science (Pinellas)5147
 4%
   8th Grade Science (Florida)4844
 4%
End of Course Civics (Athenian Academy)6768
 1%
   End of Course Civics (Pinellas)6868
   End of Course Civics (Florida)7166
 5%
End of Course Algebra 1 (Athenian Academy)7453
 21%
   End of Course Algebra 1 (Pinellas)5652
 4%
   End of Course Algebra 1 (Florida)6254
 8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students511413
 19.2%
African American5533
 40%
American Indian12
 100%
Asian176
 64.7%
Hispanic110127
 15.5%
Pacific Islander12
 100%
White304223
 26.6%
Two or More Races2320
 13%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients42.9%54.5%
 11.6%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 413 students attended Athenian Academy.

Athenian Academy ranks 1350th of 2242 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students at Athenian Academy are 54% White, 31% Hispanic, 8% African American, 5% Two or more races, 1% Asian.


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