Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Avalon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avalon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Avalon Elementary School's student population of 328 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Avalon Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
58%
18%
White
31%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Avalon Elementary School often compared to?
Avalon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Avalon Elementary School?
328 students attend Avalon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Avalon Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avalon Elementary School?
Avalon Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avalon Elementary School offer ?
Avalon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Avalon Elementary School part of?
Avalon Elementary School is part of South Lake Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 6/30/2018
South Lake Schools and Avalon Elementary work hard for their students! There have been slow, positive changes made to the curriculum over that last few years. Science, math and writing have made vast improvements. My fellow teachers are hard workers and make every effort to differentiate to meet the needs of their students. The facilities are slowly improving, with bonds allowing us to update computer labs and security measures. Music, art, foreign language, technology and P.E. are all still part of the elementary schools! Many of the schools have a variety of sports and extracurricular activities. This year Avalon had Girls on the Run, martial arts, ecology club, a basketball program, walking club and more!
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