Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Avondale Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avondale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Avondale Elementary School's student population of 257 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avondale Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avondale Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#121 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
10%
17%
White
68%
65%
Two or more races
18%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avondale Elementary School's ranking?
Avondale Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Avondale Elementary School?
257 students attend Avondale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Avondale Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avondale Elementary School?
Avondale Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avondale Elementary School offer ?
Avondale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avondale Elementary School part of?
Avondale Elementary School is part of Plain Local School District.
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