Serving 845 students in grades 7-8, Avon Middle School South ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avon Middle School South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Avon Middle School South's student population of 845 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Mascot
Orioles
School Rankings
Avon Middle School South ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon Middle School South is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
29%
13%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Orioles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon Middle School South's ranking?
Avon Middle School South is ranked #197 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Avon Middle School South often compared to?
Avon Middle School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Avon Middle School North 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 39% IN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Avon Middle School South?
845 students attend Avon Middle School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Avon Middle School South students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avon Middle School South?
Avon Middle School South has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Avon Middle School South offer ?
Avon Middle School South offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avon Middle School South part of?
Avon Middle School South is part of Avon Community School Corp School District.
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