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Athena Middle School

Middle School · GREECE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

800 LONG POND RD, Rochester, NY 14612

Enrollment

777

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,138 of 4,742

In Rochester

#46 of 108

public schools

In district

#5 of 17

GREECE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Athena Middle School

5.5/10

Middle School in Rochester · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Athena Middle School

Athena Middle School is a public middle school in Rochester, NY, part of GREECE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Athena Middle School serves approximately 777 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Athena Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,138 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Athena Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,769
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Athena Middle School — Students at Athena Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 45.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
19.8%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
33.5%
ELA
41.7%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Athena Middle School Compares

See how Athena Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in NY
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Location

800 LONG POND RD, Rochester, NY 14612

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Athena Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PADDY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ATHENA HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 0.1 mi 7.4
GREECE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rochester 0.3 mi
PINE BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 0.9 mi 4.1
GREECE COMMUNITY EARLY LEARNING CENTER Rochester 1.0 mi 1.4
RENAISSANCE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Rochester 1.2 mi 6.7
AUTUMN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 1.7 mi 5.5
BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS Rochester 1.8 mi 3.7
OLYMPIA HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.9 mi 5.0
ARCADIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester 1.7 mi 4.1
ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.7 mi 8.2
PADDY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 1.7 mi 7.7
BUCKMAN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 2.2 mi 3.2
ODYSSEY ACADEMY Rochester 2.0 mi 4.2
ENGLISH VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 2.1 mi 5.3
HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 2.9 mi 5.4
ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 2.3 mi 5.4
LONGRIDGE SCHOOL Rochester 2.4 mi 3.9
CRAIG HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 2.9 mi 3.7
NORTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hilton 2.6 mi 6.1
DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester 3.1 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,598

Median Home Value

$187,500

Median Rent

$1,069/mo

Population

35,339

College Educated

35.8%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

44.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Athena Middle School

What grades does Athena Middle School serve?

Athena Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Athena Middle School?

Athena Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 777 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Athena Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Athena Middle School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Athena Middle School rank in NY?

Athena Middle School ranks #3,138 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Athena Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Athena Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Athena Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Athena Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Athena Middle School a charter school?

No, Athena Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Athena Middle School a Title I school?

No, Athena Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Athena Middle School?

54.6% of students at Athena Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
777
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

GREECE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
10,007
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,769
District Rank
#5 of 17

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