Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Museum School Avondale Estates ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Museum School Avondale Estates ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Museum School Avondale Estates's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Museum School Avondale Estates ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Museum School Avondale Estates is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
31%
36%
White
51%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Museum School Avondale Estates's ranking?
Museum School Avondale Estates is ranked #494 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Museum School Avondale Estates often compared to?
Museum School Avondale Estatesis often viewed alongside schools like International Community School, Globe Academy Charter School I by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Museum School Avondale Estates?
583 students attend Museum School Avondale Estates.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Museum School Avondale Estates students are White, 31% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Museum School Avondale Estates?
Museum School Avondale Estates has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Museum School Avondale Estates offer ?
Museum School Avondale Estates offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Museum School Avondale Estates part of?
Museum School Avondale Estates is part of Dekalb County School District.
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