Athens Public Schools

Athens Public Schools is a small school district in Maine that serves the town of Athens and the surrounding area. The district has just one elementary school, Athens Community School, which has consistently been one of the top-performing elementary schools in the state.

Athens Community School ranks 18th out of 290 elementary schools in Maine, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's students perform well academically, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts (67.11%), Mathematics (72.37%), and Science (42.86%) exceeding the state averages. Additionally, the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9:1, which can contribute to more personalized attention and support for students.

While Athens Community School is a standout performer, the data also reveals some potential areas for improvement. The school has a higher-than-average chronic absenteeism rate of 23.4%, which could be an area of focus for the district. Additionally, a high percentage of students (64.86%) receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high level of economic need among the student population. The district may want to explore ways to address these challenges and ensure all students have the resources and support they need to succeed.