Serving 630 students in grades 6-8, Avondale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Avondale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Avondale Middle School's student population of 630 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
Avondale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avondale Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1947 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
33%
18%
White
39%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Avondale Middle School is ranked #1947 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Avondale Middle School often compared to?
Avondale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifford H Smart Middle School, Berkshire Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Avondale Middle School?
630 students attend Avondale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Avondale Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avondale Middle School?
Avondale Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avondale Middle School offer ?
Avondale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Avondale Middle School part of?
Avondale Middle School is part of Avondale School District.
In what neighborhood is Avondale Middle School located?
Avondale Middle School is located in the Kensington Forest neighborhood of Rochester, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Kensington Forest.
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Parents and teachers are wonderful! Cooperation between the two is evident. The atmosphere is one of caring and determination by the teachers to help students succeed.
Review Avondale Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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