Serving 23 students in grades 6-12, Avondale Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 68% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Avondale West Elementary serves the southern part of Topeka, KS, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avondale Academy's student population of 23 students has declined by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
23 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avondale Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avondale Academy is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1240 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
23%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
60%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
68%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87%
24.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avondale Academy's ranking?
Avondale Academy is ranked #1240 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avondale Academy?
The graduation rate of Avondale Academy is 68%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Avondale Academy?
23 students attend Avondale Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Avondale Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, and 17% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avondale Academy?
Avondale Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avondale Academy offer ?
Avondale Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Avondale Academy part of?
Avondale Academy is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Avondale Academy located?
Avondale Academy is located in the Central Topeka 1 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Central Topeka 1.
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