Serving 252 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Avalon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Avalon El Sch serves a central area of approximately 0.9 square miles in Pittsburgh, PA, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive of the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.6 miles, reaching up to 0.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avalon Elementary School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avalon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1373 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
23%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
Showing 2011–2020. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Elementary School's ranking?
Avalon Elementary School is ranked #1373 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Avalon Elementary School often compared to?
Avalon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Capa 6-12, Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Avalon Elementary School?
252 students attend Avalon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Avalon Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avalon Elementary School?
Avalon Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avalon Elementary School offer ?
Avalon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Avalon Elementary School part of?
Avalon Elementary School is part of Northgate School District.
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