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#765 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 38% in state
Avalon Elementary
Elementary School · Excalibur Charter Schools Inc. (79214)
1045 S SAN MARCOS DR, Apache Junction, AZ 85120
Enrollment
298
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
298
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#765 of 2,006
In Apache Junction
#1 of 9
public schools
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Avalon Elementary
Elementary School in Apache Junction · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Avalon Elementary
Avalon Elementary is a public elementary school in Apache Junction, AZ, part of Excalibur Charter Schools Inc. (79214). Avalon Elementary serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Avalon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #765 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Avalon Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Avalon Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
37% of students at Avalon Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Avalon Elementary — Students at Avalon Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Avalon Elementary Compares
See how Avalon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1045 S SAN MARCOS DR, Apache Junction, AZ 85120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Avalon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patterson Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brinton Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mesa), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Taft Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Mesa), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Apache Junction, see our Apache Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Trail High School Apache Junction | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Cactus Canyon Junior High Apache Junction | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Imagine Prep Superstition Apache Junction | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Imagine Superstition Middle Apache Junction | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Apache Junction High School Apache Junction | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| EVIT East Apache Junction Mesa | 1.1 mi | — |
| ARCHES Academy Apache Jct | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Four Peaks Elementary School Apache Junction | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Brinton Elementary Mesa | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Sousa Elementary School Mesa | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Desert Vista Elementary School Apache Junction | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Patterson Elementary Mesa | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Skyline High School Mesa | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| EVIT - Skyline High School Mesa | 3.5 mi | — |
| Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa Gilbert | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa Chandler | 4.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Smith Junior High School Mesa | 3.9 mi | 4.3 |
| ADOBE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mesa | 4.0 mi | — |
| Desert Ridge Jr. High Mesa | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Taft Elementary School Mesa | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,921
Median Home Value
$162,900
Median Rent
$958/mo
Population
29,308
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
57.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Avalon Elementary
What grades does Avalon Elementary serve?
Avalon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Avalon Elementary?
Avalon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
How does Avalon Elementary rank in AZ?
Avalon Elementary ranks #765 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Avalon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Avalon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Avalon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Avalon Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Avalon Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Avalon Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Avalon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Avalon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (480) 671-4585
Resources & Links
District
Excalibur Charter Schools Inc. (79214)- District Enrollment
- 298
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,395
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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