Very Good
#943 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 36% in state
Athens Drive High
High School · Wake County Schools
1420 Athens Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
Enrollment
2,060
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,060
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#943 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#50 of 98
public schools
In district
#103 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Athens Drive High
Athens Drive High is a public high school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Athens Drive High serves approximately 2,060 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Athens Drive High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #943 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Athens Drive High show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Athens Drive High is a large school: 2,060 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
33% of students at Athens Drive High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Athens Drive High — Students at Athens Drive High score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Athens Drive High Compares
See how Athens Drive High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1420 Athens Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Athens Drive High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Crossroads FLEX (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cary), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wake STEM Early College High School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Cary), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEARN WITH THE BEST SCHOOL, INC. Raleigh | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Combs Elementary Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY CENTER Raleigh | 1.2 mi | — |
| Dillard Drive Elementary Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Dillard Drive Middle Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Mount Vernon Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Centennial Campus Middle Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| AN-NOOR SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Crossroads FLEX Cary | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| SCORE Academy Cary | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Connections Academy Cary | 1.7 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 1.8 mi | — |
| Wake STEM Early College High School Cary | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Swift Creek Elementary Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Yates Mill Elementary Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,640
Median Home Value
$423,900
Median Rent
$1,369/mo
Population
45,728
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
37.1%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
30.5
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|---|---|
| Alexander Central High Taylorsville, NC | 7.1 |
| Leesville Road High Raleigh, NC | 7.1 |
| Mooresville High School Mooresville, NC | 7.1 |
| Page High Greensboro, NC | 7.1 |
| Union Pines High Cameron, NC | 7.1 |
| Piedmont High Monroe, NC | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Athens Drive High
What grades does Athens Drive High serve?
Athens Drive High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Athens Drive High?
Athens Drive High has an enrollment of approximately 2,060 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Athens Drive High?
The student-teacher ratio at Athens Drive High is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Athens Drive High rank in NC?
Athens Drive High ranks #943 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Athens Drive High's MySchoolScout rating?
Athens Drive High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Athens Drive High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Athens Drive High has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Athens Drive High a charter school?
No, Athens Drive High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Athens Drive High a Title I school?
No, Athens Drive High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Athens Drive High?
44.1% of students at Athens Drive High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,060
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 124
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (919) 233-4050
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #103 of 194
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