Serving 768 students in grades 6-8, Avalon Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Avalon Middle School serves the southern part of the Milton, FL school district, covering an area of approximately 47.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avalon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avalon Middle School's student population of 768 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
768 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avalon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1306 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Middle School's ranking?
Avalon Middle School is ranked #1306 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Avalon Middle School often compared to?
Avalon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hobbs Middle School, Thomas L Sims Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Avalon Middle School?
768 students attend Avalon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Avalon Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avalon Middle School?
Avalon Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avalon Middle School offer ?
Avalon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avalon Middle School part of?
Avalon Middle School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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