Serving 639 students in grades 6-8, Avondale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Avondale Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Rochester, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 2.2 miles, and the furthest edge located 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avondale Middle School's student population of 639 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avondale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avondale Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1959 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avondale Middle School's ranking?
Avondale Middle School is ranked #1959 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Avondale Middle School often compared to?
Avondale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkshire Middle School, Clifford H Smart Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Avondale Middle School?
639 students attend Avondale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Avondale Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 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 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Avondale Middle School offer ?
Avondale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avondale Middle School part of?
Avondale Middle School is part of Avondale School District.
In what neighborhood is Avondale Middle School located?
Avondale Middle School is located in the Kensington Forest neighborhood of Rochester, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Kensington Forest.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Parents and teachers are wonderful! Cooperation between the two is evident. The atmosphere is one of caring and determination by the teachers to help students succeed.
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