Avalon School is a project-based charter middle school and high school in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, located at 700 Glendale Street. As a project-based school, students meet their academic graduation requirements through a combination of independent projects, group projects, and seminars.
Serving 75 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Avalon Middle School's student population of 75 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Avalon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#645 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
57%
60%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Middle School's ranking?
Avalon Middle School is ranked #645 out of 1,773 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
75 students attend Avalon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Avalon Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avalon Middle School?
Avalon Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avalon Middle School offer ?
Avalon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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