Serving 71 students in grades 6-8, Avalon Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avalon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Avalon Middle School's student population of 71 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
71 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avalon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#918 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
65%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Middle School's ranking?
Avalon Middle School is ranked #918 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Avalon Middle School often compared to?
Avalon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murray Middle School, Twin Cities Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Avalon Middle School?
71 students attend Avalon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Avalon Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avalon Middle School?
Avalon Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
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 Avalon School District.
In what neighborhood is Avalon Middle School located?
Avalon Middle School is located in the Saint Anthony Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 8 other public schools located in Saint Anthony Park.
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