Serving 510 students in grades 7-8, Avon Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avon Middle School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avon Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon Middle School's ranking?
Avon Middle School is ranked #150 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Avon Middle School often compared to?
Avon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving A. Robbins Middle School, Canton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Avon Middle School?
510 students attend Avon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Avon Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avon Middle School?
Avon Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Avon Middle School offer ?
Avon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Avon Middle School part of?
Avon Middle School is part of Avon School District.
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