| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens City School District | Athens | 5/10 Average · 48th pct | 2,335 | 5 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Alexander Local School District | Albany | 4/10 Below Average · 38th pct | 1,424 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Federal Hocking Local School District | Amesville | 3/10 Below Average · 21st pct | 868 | 5 | PK–12 | 5 |
| Nelsonville-York City School District | Buchtel | 1/10 Poor · 8th pct | 1,054 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Trimble Local School District | Glouster | 1/10 Poor · 3rd pct | 729 | 4 | K–12 | 3 |
How Athens County compares
Together they enroll 6,410 students across 19 schools. The largest is Athens City School District with 2,335 students. Districts here average 2.8/10, below the Ohio average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 1/10 to 5/10.
School Districts in Athens County, Ohio
Athens County has 5 public school districts covering 16 zip codes. The top-rated district in Athens County is Athens City School District (5/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (Ohio State Tests 2024–25), ranked against all districts in Ohio. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Athens County, OH?
5 school districts serve zip codes in Athens County, OH. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Athens County, OH?
Of the districts serving Athens County, Athens City School District has the highest rating on this site at 5/10. That places it in the 48th percentile among Ohio school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Ohio reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Ohio and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Ohio only, never across state lines.