Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Avalon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avalon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avalon Elementary School's student population of 639 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avalon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#224 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Elementary School's ranking?
Avalon Elementary School is ranked #224 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Avalon Elementary School often compared to?
Avalon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stone Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Avalon Elementary School?
639 students attend Avalon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Avalon Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avalon Elementary School?
Avalon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avalon Elementary School offer ?
Avalon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Avalon Elementary School part of?
Avalon Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
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