Serving 461 students in grades 7-8, Avon Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Avon Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Avon school district, covering approximately 23.6 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles to its furthest point.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avon Middle School's student population of 461 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Our mission is to inspire in each student a joy and passion for learning and a commitment to excellence, personal integrity, and social responsibility.
School Rankings
Avon Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
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 #191 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Avon Middle School?
461 students attend Avon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Avon Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 8% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Avon Middle School offer ?
Avon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Avon Middle School part of?
Avon Middle School is part of Avon School District.
School Calendar
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