Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Avalon Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Attendance Zone: Avalon Elementary School serves the west part of Saint Clair Shores, MI, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avalon Elementary School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Avalon Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
54%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
33%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Avalon Elementary School often compared to?
Avalon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Avalon Elementary School?
345 students attend Avalon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Avalon Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avalon Elementary School?
Avalon Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Avalon Elementary School offer ?
Avalon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Avalon Elementary School part of?
Avalon Elementary School is part of South Lake Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
South Lake Schools and Avalon Elementary work hard for their students! There have been slow, positive changes made to the curriculum over that last few years. Science, math and writing have made vast improvements. My fellow teachers are hard workers and make every effort to differentiate to meet the needs of their students. The facilities are slowly improving, with bonds allowing us to update computer labs and security measures. Music, art, foreign language, technology and P.E. are all still part of the elementary schools! Many of the schools have a variety of sports and extracurricular activities. This year Avalon had Girls on the Run, martial arts, ecology club, a basketball program, walking club and more!
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