Average
#1270 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Avondale Middle School
Middle School · Avondale Elementary District (4272)
1406 N CENTRAL AVE, Avondale, AZ 85323
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,270 of 2,006
In Avondale
#5 of 17
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
Avondale Elementary District (4272)
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Avondale Middle School
Avondale Middle School is a public middle school in Avondale, AZ, part of Avondale Elementary District (4272). Avondale Middle School serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 27.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Avondale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,270 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Avondale Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Avondale Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Avondale Middle School runs 27.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
57% of students at Avondale Middle School 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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Avondale Middle School — Students at Avondale Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 8.9/10.
How Avondale Middle School Compares
See how Avondale Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1406 N CENTRAL AVE, Avondale, AZ 85323
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Avondale Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Somerset Academy Skyway Campus (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Goodyear), which scores notably higher. Another option is Legacy Traditional School - Avondale (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Avondale, see our Avondale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lattie Coor Avondale | 0.1 mi | 2.2 |
| Eliseo C. Felix School Goodyear | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Goodyear | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Estrella High School Avondale | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| VICTORY AUTISM ACADEMY Goodyear | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Agua Fria High School Avondale | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| West-MEC - Agua Fria High School Avondale | 0.7 mi | — |
| Imagine Avondale Elementary Avondale | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Imagine Avondale Middle Avondale | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Michael Anderson Avondale | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Avondale Glendale | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| MONTESSORI IN THE PARK Goodyear | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Avondale Chandler | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Highland Prep West Avondale | 1.6 mi | — |
| Somerset Academy Skyway Campus Goodyear | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Palm Valley Elementary Litchfield Park | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Goodyear | 2.1 mi | — |
| Valor Preparatory Academy Chandler | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Goodyear | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School Litchfield Park | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85323 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,903
Median Home Value
$335,000
Median Rent
$1,625/mo
Population
46,604
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kings Ridge School Phoenix, AZ | 5.6 |
| L. Thomas Heck Middle School Litchfield Park, AZ | 5.6 |
| Ray Borane Middle School Douglas, AZ | 5.6 |
| Winslow Junior High School Winslow, AZ | 5.6 |
| Joyce Clark Middle School Sierra Vista, AZ | 5.5 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School Phoenix, AZ | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Avondale Middle School
What grades does Avondale Middle School serve?
Avondale Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Avondale Middle School?
Avondale Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Avondale Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Avondale Middle School is 27.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Avondale Middle School rank in AZ?
Avondale Middle School ranks #1,270 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Avondale Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Avondale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Avondale Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Avondale Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Avondale Middle School a charter school?
No, Avondale Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Avondale Middle School a Title I school?
No, Avondale Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.0%
- Phone
- (623) 772-4500
Resources & Links
District
Avondale Elementary District (4272)- District Enrollment
- 5,960
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,264
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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