Serving 965 students in grades 6-8, Avalon Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Avalon Middle School's student population of 965 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
965 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avalon Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Middle School is 0.67, 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
#517 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
36%
36%
Black
8%
21%
White
44%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 #517 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Avalon Middle School often compared to?
Avalon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Avalon Middle School?
965 students attend Avalon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Avalon Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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 16:1.
What grades does Avalon Middle School offer ?
Avalon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Avalon Middle School part of?
Avalon Middle School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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