What types of schools are available in Athens, Georgia?

Athens, Georgia offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Athens, Georgia

Q: How many schools are in Athens, Georgia?

There are 21 schools in Athens, Georgia, serving 13,866 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Athens?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Athens, Georgia, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 21 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

13,866

Total Students

Across Athens

12.1:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

21 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score8%

ELA Assessment Score12%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)1 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 322 students at Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

205 Alps Rd, Athens, GA 30606

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Athens

Athens, Georgia is home to 21 schools serving over 13,866 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Athens, Georgia?

There are 21 schools in Athens, serving 13,866 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Athens?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Athens include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Athens?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Athens is 12.1:1.

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