Average
#1411 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Imagine Avondale Middle
Middle School · Imagine Avondale Middle Inc. (90162)
950 North Eliseo C. Felix Jr., Avondale, AZ 85323
Enrollment
186
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
186
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,411 of 2,006
In Avondale
#10 of 17
public schools
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Imagine Avondale Middle
Middle School in Avondale · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Imagine Avondale Middle
Imagine Avondale Middle is a public middle school in Avondale, AZ, part of Imagine Avondale Middle Inc. (90162). Imagine Avondale Middle serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades 6th-8th. Imagine Avondale Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,411 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Imagine Avondale Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, Imagine Avondale Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Imagine Avondale Middle 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.
Imagine Avondale Middle 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.
Score Breakdown
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Imagine Avondale Middle — Students at Imagine Avondale Middle score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
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: 8.0/10.
How Imagine Avondale Middle Compares
See how Imagine Avondale Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
950 North Eliseo C. Felix Jr., Avondale, AZ 85323
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imagine Avondale Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Legacy Traditional School - Avondale (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sun Valley Academy-Avondale (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Avondale, see our Avondale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Imagine Avondale Elementary Avondale | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Agua Fria High School Avondale | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| West-MEC - Agua Fria High School Avondale | 0.3 mi | — |
| ThrivePoint High School at Avondale Glendale | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Estrella High School Avondale | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Eliseo C. Felix School Goodyear | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Goodyear | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Avondale Middle School Avondale | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Lattie Coor Avondale | 0.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Avondale Chandler | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Michael Anderson Avondale | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Highland Prep West Avondale | 1.0 mi | — |
| VICTORY AUTISM ACADEMY Goodyear | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Collier Elementary School Avondale | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Estrella Vista Elementary School Avondale | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School Litchfield Park | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Littleton Elementary School Avondale | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sun Valley Academy-Avondale Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| MONTESSORI IN THE PARK Goodyear | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| La Joya Community High School Avondale | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Pima Junior High School Pima, AZ | 5.2 |
| Tuba City Junior High School Tuba City, AZ | 5.2 |
| Lowell School Bisbee, AZ | 5.3 |
| South Pointe Junior High School Phoenix, AZ | 5.3 |
| Vulture Peak Middle School Wickenburg, AZ | 5.3 |
| Marc T. Atkinson Middle School & Gifted Academy Phoenix, AZ | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imagine Avondale Middle
What grades does Imagine Avondale Middle serve?
Imagine Avondale Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Imagine Avondale Middle?
Imagine Avondale Middle has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
How does Imagine Avondale Middle rank in AZ?
Imagine Avondale Middle ranks #1,411 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Imagine Avondale Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Imagine Avondale Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Imagine Avondale Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Imagine Avondale Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Imagine Avondale Middle a charter school?
Yes, Imagine Avondale Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Imagine Avondale Middle a Title I school?
No, Imagine Avondale Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 186
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.3%
- Phone
- (623) 344-1730
Resources & Links
District
Imagine Avondale Middle Inc. (90162)- District Enrollment
- 186
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,050
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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