For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 343 students in Athena, OR (there are , serving 14 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Athena, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Athena, OR are Weston-mcewen High School and Athena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athena, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Athena have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Athena, OR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Weston-mcewen High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
540 E Main St
Athena, OR 97813
(541) 566-3555
Athena, OR 97813
(541) 566-3555
Grades: 9-12
| 208 students
Rank: #22.
Athena Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
375 S 5th St
Athena, OR 97813
(541) 566-3581
Athena, OR 97813
(541) 566-3581
Grades: PK-3
| 135 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Athena, OR?
The top ranked public schools in Athena, OR include Weston-mcewen High School and Athena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Athena?
2 public schools are located in Athena.
What percentage of students in Athena go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Athena are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Athena?
Athena public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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