Best Athens Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 177 students in Athens, NY.
The top-ranked public school in Athens, NY is Edward J Arthur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, NY public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Athens have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Athens, NY (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edward J Arthur Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
51 3rd St
Athens, NY 12015
(518) 731-1750
Gr: PK-4 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Athens, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Athens, NY include Edward J Arthur Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Athens?
1 public schools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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