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

What People Are Saying...

Emily Plumer, 2018 Avondale Graduate, Majoring in Computer Science, UofM College of Engineering “The Avondale School District contributed a lot to the person I am today by providing programs to help me grow both academically and personally. While in Avondale, I took many AP classes allowing me to receive credits for college, and participated in Avondale’s dual enrollment program with Oakland Community College, taking both Calculus 2 and Calculus 3 before graduating. I was also involved in many opportunities set up for the growth of students, including varsity sports, National Honors Art Society, National Honors Society, and Class board. Through these experiences I was able to grow my leadership, personal, and social skills, as well as make lifelong friends that I still have today. I have nothing but good things to say about the district and am so proud to be part of the community Avondale has created.”
Adam Good, 2018 Avondale Graduate, Majoring in Mechanical Engineering, UofM College of Engineering "I really enjoyed my time at Avondale, and it helped me become the person I am today. From AP classes, to sports, to other extracurricular activities, Avondale helped to push me to be the best person I could be. I’d like to thank all of the great teachers who were always willing to go the extra mile to make sure I was successful. I’m thankful that I was able to be a Yellow Jacket!"
Avondale Parent “Our small community gives each child a place to become a part of something AMAZING. Avondale Schools are not just a school district, they are a family helping to mold our children into good humans!”
Avondale Student “I like how diverse everyone is and how there is only a little over 1,000 students – therefore everyone pretty much knows everyone…The teachers I've had have been very helpful, caring, understanding and supportive about our education and life outside of school.”
Avondale Parent “A small yet very diverse district and school environment. They have a full complement of sports, clubs and theater. Teachers challenge students and the curriculum offers opportunities for creative expression, critical thinking, and problem solving.”
Avondale Student “The staff and students were very welcoming to me since I was a transfer student. The school district is very involved with everything in the community and are very friendly to everyone. Once you attend, Avondale becomes your family.”
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