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

Avondale Fast Facts

3,244 Total TK-12 Enrollment
848 High School Students
658 Middle School Students
490 Gifted & Talented Students
1,248 Elementary Students
Preschool Students
Adult Transition Students
Diploma & Career Institute Students

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

4 Elementary Schools
2 Preschool Locations
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)

Early Childhood Programs for Ages 0-4
NEW Gifted & Talented K-1 Program
GATE Magnet School (Gifted & Talented Grades 2-8)
NEWHigh School Gifted &Talented Program (Grades 9-12)
Accelerated Pathways (Accelerated Grades 9-12)
On-Campus Career Technical Education (CTE)
Dual Enrollment
Early College
Oakland Schools Technical Campus
Extended Work-Based Learning
Special Education for Ages 0-26

25 AP & Honors Courses
30 Career-Technical Education (CTE) Courses in:
- Business & Finance
- Engineering, Architecture, & Construction
- Biomedical Sciences
- Information Technology & Cyber Security
- Radio & Television Broadcasting
120 Elective Opportunities
49 Spoken Languages
Over 25 MHSAA varsity athletic teams; 45 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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