Serving 767 students in grades 6-8, Avalon Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avalon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avalon Middle School's student population of 767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avalon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1331 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Middle School's ranking?
Avalon Middle School is ranked #1331 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Avalon Middle School often compared to?
Avalon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hobbs Middle School, Thomas L Sims Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Avalon Middle School?
767 students attend Avalon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Avalon Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avalon Middle School?
Avalon Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avalon Middle School offer ?
Avalon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Avalon Middle School part of?
Avalon Middle School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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