Athens Drive High

athensdrivehs.wcpss.net/

2,156 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Athens Drive Magnet High School, located in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a prominent institution within the Wake County Public School System. Known for its strong academic tradition and diverse student body, the school operates under a magnet theme focused on "Center for Medical Sciences and Global Health Initiatives." This specialized focus provides students with unique opportunities to engage in rigorous health-related coursework, internships, and partnerships with local medical institutions, preparing them for future careers in healthcare and science.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Athens Drive is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular culture and spirited school community. The "Jaguars" take great pride in their comprehensive athletic programs, award-winning arts departments, and a wide array of student-led clubs and organizations. By balancing a challenging college-preparatory environment with a wide range of social and leadership opportunities, Athens Drive aims to foster a well-rounded educational experience that prepares its graduates for success in higher education and the global workforce.

2,156

Total Students

125.4

Full-Time Teachers

17.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

44.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Athens Drive High
Demographic	Student Count
White	913
Hispanic	474
Black	543
Asian	152
Two or More	72
American Indian	2

White
913 (42.3%)
Black
543 (25.2%)
Hispanic
474 (22.0%)
Asian
152 (7.1%)
Two or More
72 (3.3%)
American Indian
2 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wake County Schools
Phone:	(919)233-4050
Website:	http://athensdrivehs.wcpss.net/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,156
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	125.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	889
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	60

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 659

Grade 10 533

Grade 11 530

Grade 12 434

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Athens Drive High
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	659
Grade 10	533
Grade 11	530
Grade 12	434

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Athens Drive High
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	1,047	48.6%
Male	1,109	51.4%

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