Very Good
#486 of 1,823 schools in IN
Top 27% in state
Avondale Meadows Middle School
Middle School · Avondale Meadows Middle School
3980 Meadows Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#486 of 1,823
In Indianapolis
#31 of 222
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Avondale Meadows Middle School
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About Avondale Meadows Middle School
Avondale Meadows Middle School is a public middle school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Avondale Meadows Middle School. Avondale Meadows Middle School serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Avondale Meadows Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #486 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Avondale Meadows Middle School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- IN avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Avondale Meadows 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 Meadows Middle School 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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Avondale Meadows Middle School — Students at Avondale Meadows Middle School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 23 test records from IN 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: 9.4/10.
How Avondale Meadows Middle School Compares
See how Avondale Meadows Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3980 Meadows Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Avondale Meadows Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Merle Sidener Gifted Academy (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP Indy College Prep Middle (rated 3.3/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Avondale Meadows Academy Indianapolis | 0.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Charles A Tindley Accelerated Sch Indianapolis | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Tindley Genesis Academy Indianapolis | 0.2 mi | 2.0 |
| GEO Next Generation Academy Indianapolis | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| The Genius School Indianapolis | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Indy Steam Academy Indianapolis | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Rousseau McClellan School 91 Indianapolis | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ACE Preparatory Academy Indianapolis | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Indiana School For The Deaf Indianapolis | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP Indy College Prep Middle Indianapolis | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP Indy Unite Elementary Indianapolis | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| James Russell Lowell School 51 Indianapolis | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| IPS/Butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 Indianapolis | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| NORTHSIDE MONTESSORI Indianapolis | 1.9 mi | — |
| Merle Sidener Gifted Academy Indianapolis | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC/DIOCESE Indianapolis | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| KIPP Indy Legacy High Indianapolis | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Center for Inquiry School 70 Indianapolis | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| THE INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Indianapolis | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,756
Median Home Value
$278,000
Median Rent
$1,087/mo
Population
29,196
College Educated
51.3%
Homeownership
51.7%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar Crest Intermediate School Huntingburg, IN | 7.4 |
| H L Harshman Middle School Indianapolis, IN | 7.7 |
| Carroll Junior High School Flora, IN | 7.8 |
| James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School Indianapolis, IN | 7.2 |
| Loogootee Middle School Loogootee, IN | 7.2 |
| Ohio County Middle School Rising Sun, IN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Avondale Meadows Middle School
What grades does Avondale Meadows Middle School serve?
Avondale Meadows Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Avondale Meadows Middle School?
Avondale Meadows Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Avondale Meadows Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Avondale Meadows Middle School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Avondale Meadows Middle School rank in IN?
Avondale Meadows Middle School ranks #486 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Avondale Meadows Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Avondale Meadows Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Meadows Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Avondale Meadows Middle School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Avondale Meadows Middle School a charter school?
Yes, Avondale Meadows Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Avondale Meadows Middle School a Title I school?
No, Avondale Meadows Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Avondale Meadows Middle School?
93.5% of students at Avondale Meadows Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 201
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (317) 550-3363
Resources & Links
District
Avondale Meadows Middle School- District Enrollment
- 201
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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