The Museum School of Avaondale Estates

The Museum School of Avaondale Estates

Charter Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8
923 Forrest Blvd,  Decatur, GA
4.1
583 Students
B
Niche Grade
Catering to students from kindergarten to eighth grade, the public Museum School of Avondale Estates boasts close-knit classrooms small in size that ensure students get the specialized attention they need to succeed. The curriculum offers gifted and special education programs to guarantee that each student receives the style of education most suited to their future success. This includes exploratory classes such as art, music, language, technology, STEM and physical education. The campus is located in central Avondale Estates right across the road from Willis Park. If playing in the park isn't how a student wants to use their after-school time, however, the Museum School hosts a number of extra-curricular activities including garden club, model UN and 3D Lego Robotics. A robust athletics department is also maintained at the school, providing membership for boys’ soccer, cross country, girls’ volleyball, basketball and ultimate frisbee. With test scores far above the state average, the Museum School of Avondale Estates has stayed true to its mission to develop strong critical thinking, interpersonal and academic skills in the student body.

School Details

Head of School
Katherine Kelbaugh
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
43%
Reading Proficiency
57%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
43%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
47
Full Time Teachers
47
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.1%

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
5
Equity
6
Student Progress
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Test Scores

Math
17.3%
State Average
15.6%
Science
18.7%
State Average
10.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
294:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.8%
Female
47.2%
White
50.9%
Black
30.9%
Hispanic
7.2%
Two or more races
6.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/9/2025
My son is absolutely thriving at TMS. Wonderful school with a real community ethos. Both admin and teachers are very responsive. Absolutely zero complaints!
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5.0 parent
2/6/2023
We are very happy at TMS. Love it!
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5.0 parent
2/15/2022
Best school ever. Teachers principal and all staff members are very cooperative,and responsible they always respond and help you like in seconds . Teachers are very responsible and friendly my kids love This school.
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5.0 parent
2/13/2018
My son attended two other schools before our seat opened up at TMS. I can honestly say we really did hit the jackpot. We are going on our 2nd year, and my son is doing amazing things. my son struggles with reading, and I'm very pleased to report he's getting the extra with his SST. I have yet to exp...
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