Serving 514 students in grades 7-8, Avon Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Avon Middle School's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avon Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 940 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
6%
13%
White
59%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon Middle School's ranking?
Avon Middle School is ranked #84 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Avon Middle School often compared to?
Avon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving A. Robbins Middle School, Canton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Avon Middle School?
514 students attend Avon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Avon Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avon Middle School?
Avon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Avon Middle School offer ?
Avon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Avon Middle School part of?
Avon Middle School is part of Avon School District.
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