Avon School serves 174 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in TN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Avon School's student population of 174 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Avon School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
82%
20%
White
6%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Avon School often compared to?
Avon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shrine School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Avon School?
The graduation rate of Avon School is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Avon School?
174 students attend Avon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Avon School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Avon School offer ?
Avon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avon School part of?
Avon School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Avon School located?
Avon School is located in the East Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 8 other public schools located in East Memphis.
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