Athens City Intermediate serves 577 students in grades 3-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Athens City Intermediate is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
71%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Athens City Intermediate?
577 students attend Athens City Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Athens City Intermediate students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athens City Intermediate?
Athens City Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Athens City Intermediate offer ?
Athens City Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Athens City Intermediate part of?
Athens City Intermediate is part of Athens School District.
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