Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Museum School Avondale Estates ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Museum School Avondale Estates serves the entire school district in Avondale Estates, GA, with its attendance zone covering approximately 259.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Museum School Avondale Estates ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Museum School Avondale Estates's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
An Exhibition of Excellence
School Rankings
Museum School Avondale Estates ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Museum School Avondale Estates is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#503 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
34%
36%
White
49%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Museum School Avondale Estates's ranking?
Museum School Avondale Estates is ranked #503 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Museum School Avondale Estates often compared to?
Museum School Avondale Estatesis often viewed alongside schools like International Community School, Globe Academy Charter School I by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Museum School Avondale Estates?
588 students attend Museum School Avondale Estates.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Museum School Avondale Estates students are White, 34% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Museum School Avondale Estates?
Museum School Avondale Estates has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Museum School Avondale Estates offer ?
Museum School Avondale Estates offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Museum School Avondale Estates part of?
Museum School Avondale Estates is part of Dekalb County School District.
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