Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avondale Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Avondale Academy's student population of 18 students has declined by 74% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
8 teachers
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 Rankings
Avondale Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avondale Academy is 0.76, 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
#1239 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
28%
7%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
33%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avondale Academy's ranking?
Avondale Academy is ranked #1239 out of 1,280 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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 30-34%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Avondale Academy?
18 students attend Avondale Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Avondale Academy students are Two or more races, 28% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Avondale Academy offer ?
Avondale Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-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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