Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Avondale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Avondale Elementary serves the west part of Amarillo, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avondale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Avondale Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Avondale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avondale Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2225 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
42%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
16%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avondale Elementary School's ranking?
Avondale Elementary School is ranked #2225 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Avondale Elementary School often compared to?
Avondale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olsen Park Elementary School, Belmar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Avondale Elementary School?
475 students attend Avondale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Avondale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avondale Elementary School?
Avondale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Avondale Elementary School offer ?
Avondale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Avondale Elementary School part of?
Avondale Elementary School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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