For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 private school serving 21 students in Athens County, OH (there are 20 public schools, serving 6,936 public students). Less than 1% of all K-12 students in Athens County, OH are educated in private schools (compared to the OH state average of 12%).
100% of private schools in Athens County, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).
Private Schools in Athens County (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Heritage Christian School
(Baptist)
29541 E. Belpre Pike Rd.
Coolville, OH 45723
(740) 667-3149
Coolville, OH 45723
(740) 667-3149
Gr: 2-12 | 21 students
Athens County Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
River Valley Community School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
817 W Union St
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5191
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5191
Gr: PK-7 | 60 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Athens County, OH?
1 private schools are located in Athens County, OH.
What percentage of students in Athens County go to private school?
Less than 1% of all K-12 students in Athens County are educated in private schools (compared to the OH state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Athens County?
100% of private schools in Athens County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).
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