Serving 351 students in grades 5-8, Avondale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avondale Middle School's student population of 351 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe • Achieve • Elevate
School Rankings
Avondale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avondale Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1472 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
75%
49%
Black
14%
6%
White
8%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avondale Middle School's ranking?
Avondale Middle School is ranked #1472 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Avondale Middle School?
351 students attend Avondale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Avondale Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avondale Middle School?
Avondale Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avondale Middle School offer ?
Avondale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avondale Middle School part of?
Avondale Middle School is part of Avondale Elementary District (4272).
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