About Avondale School District

Avondale offers a world-class educational experience to families residing in Troy, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, and Bloomfield Township.

Who Is Avondale?

At Avondale, we believe success isn't measured solely by academic achievement, but by personal growth, resilience, and self discovery.

We believe in providing an individualized educational experience that fosters personal growth and drives academic advancement. We offer diverse and distinctive programs and courses tailored to each student's unique skills, interests, and goals. We are a district where every student matters, and every story counts.

We Are Avondale



Our Mission

The Avondale School District will cultivate innovation, foster strong relationships, and engage ALL students in real-world experiences to inspire and empower tomorrow’s leaders and responsible citizens.


Our Vision

The Avondale School district, in partnership with the community, prepares ALL students to be lifelong learners and to achieve success in a globalized society.


Academic Advancement

Avondale students have the opportunity to advance their education through:

  • Integrated Project-Based STEM Learning
  • Advanced Placement Courses
  • Honors Classes
  • Accelerated Pathways
  • Talented & Gifted GATE Magnet School
  • Enhanced Dual Enrollment
  • Avondale Early College Program

High-Impact Enrichment

In addition to academics, Avondale student life is enriched with: 

  • Focus on Whole Child Education
  • Championship Athletics
  • Diverse Array of Clubs & Extracurriculars
  • Award-Winning Performing & Fine Arts
  • Nationally-Recognized Robotics & STEM Programs


Career
Focused

Avondale students have the ability to pursue their career goals by way of:

  • Extensive High School Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program
  • Michigan Career Pathways
  • WAHS 89.5 Radio Station
  • Extended Work-Based Learning 
  • Business Meets Avondale Internship Program
  • Elementary Career Development


2024-2025 Avondale Fast Facts

Students

  • 3,586 Total TK-12 Enrollment
  • 966 High School Students
  • 723 Middle School Students
  • 398 Gifted & Talented Students
  • 1,499 Elementary Students
  • Preschool Students
  • Adult Transition Students
  • Diploma & Career Institute Students

Diversity

  • Hispanic: 10.2%
  • African American: 27.8%
  • Asian American: 11.4%
  • Caucasian: 49.7%
  • Pacific Islander & Indigenous Populations: <1%

Schools

  • 4 Elementary Schools
  • 1 Gifted & Talented Magnet School
  • 1 Middle School
  • 1 High School
  • 1 On-Campus Career-Tech Center
  • 1 Diploma & Career Institute
  • 1 Adult Transition Program
  • 1 Virtual Campus (K-12)

Programs & Services

  • GATE Magnet School (Gifted & Talented Grades 2-8)
  • Accelerated Pathways (Gifted & Talented Grades 9-12)
  • Dual Enrollment
  • Early College
  • Oakland Schools Technical Campus
  • Extended Work-Based Learning
  • Special Education for Ages 0-26
  • Early Childhood Programs for Ages 0-4

Courses and Activities 

  • 25 AP & Honors Courses
  • 30 Career-Technical Education (CTE) Courses in:
    • Business & Finance
    • Engineering, Architecture, & Construction
    • Biomedical Sciences
    • Information Technology & Cyber Security
  • 120 Elective Opportunities
  • 50 Spoken Languages
  • Over 50 MHSAA varsity athletic teams; 115 sub-varsity athletic teams
  • Hundreds of student clubs and STEAM opportunities
  • 7 Hours in High School Schedule, allowing students to take 7 courses per semester, as opposed to 6 at surrounding public high schools
  • Elementary Career Development Program