Serving 328 students in grades 2-8, Avondale Gifted And Talented Education ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education's student population of 328 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 122% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education ranks within the top 1% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avondale Gifted And Talented Education 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 3025 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 is Avondale Gifted And Talented Education's ranking?
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education is ranked #3 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Avondale Gifted And Talented Education often compared to?
Avondale Gifted And Talented Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Gallimore Elementary School, Lone Pine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Avondale Gifted And Talented Education?
328 students attend Avondale Gifted And Talented Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Avondale Gifted And Talented Education students are Asian, 45% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avondale Gifted And Talented Education?
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avondale Gifted And Talented Education offer ?
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avondale Gifted And Talented Education part of?
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education is part of Avondale School District.
In what neighborhood is Avondale Gifted And Talented Education located?
Avondale Gifted And Talented Education is located in the Kensington Forest neighborhood of Rochester, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Kensington Forest.
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