This is an amazing school. Feels like a private school but runs on public funding. The teaching is outstanding, the technology is way ahead of the curve, and the atmosphere is warm and friendly. Our kids get lots of individualized attention for their needs from teaching assistants, and the principal
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Posted by a parent on 10/20/08
Avoca is an excellent school with outstanding leadership that is open to addressing and resolving issues. It also has the most diverse student population on the north shore, which I view as a positive. Class sizes are small and the staff is dedicated to our children. The environment is so positive
... Read more that moving up to high school can be a culture shock as New Trier is teacher-centric rather than student-centric environment of Avoca. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/20/08
School District 37 is a wonderful district. The staff is dedicated and encouraging. Working with students tirelessly before and after school, and even attending student sporting events. This staff clearly enjoys what they do. The class sizes are small. The students are a very close student body.
... Read more They seem to look out for one another. This district does not tend to face the social problems of other area schools. They are accepting and compassionate toward their peers.The students tend to graduate as confident, prepared young adults. The district offers an impressive academic program and unbelievable technology resources. I wouldn't dream of sending my children anywhere else. It is a unique combination of four North Shore suburbs (Winnetka, Wilmette, Northfield and Glenview). If you don't know this district you should stop in and observe. It is truly exceptional! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/09/06
Avpca West School District 37 is the best kept secret on the North Shore. It is like receieving a private school education. It offers amazingly small class sizes, school owned bus service, numerous academic and social clubs. They also have interscholastic sports and theater. Students attend many school
... Read more trips. They have an amazing technology program that is years ahaead of the surrounding North Shore districts. Each student from fifth grade on is given their own Macintosh lap-top computer in which they are able to take home at night with them. They are able to complete assignements, take notes, and learn advanced computer programs. The teachers are always willing to go the extra mile working with students, as well as being at extracurricular events to cheer the kids on. The school is strict with enforcing their policies, making students responsible, respectful adults. This school has truly been a treasured gift. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/04/06
I was on the staff at Avoca West School for 3 years and was very impressed with the quality of education that is offered the students. The staff is caring and very qualified.
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Posted by a staff on 02/28/06
I am a college professor. I grew up and graduated from the Chicago Public School system. The average class size is 18. It is a public school but it feels like a private school. My children's education far exceeds my dreams for them. My taxes are $7,000 a year. You can double them I wouldn't care.
... Read more I have educated four children from Avoca then onto New Trier which has wonderful oppportunities. Avoca is small and nuturing and has an 8th grade graduating class of about 80. If you would ever visit the school it seems all the children are very happy and comfortable in this enviornment. Where in this world can you get a high quality private-like education in a public school? AVOCA Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/25/04
My son has been going to Avoca for a few years now. This past year has been difficult regarding communication between faculty and myself. The school is above average and the fundamental principals are in place to provide a quality education, however, I am concerned about the class size. I feel my boy
... Read more needs smaller classes and Avoca can't provide that. Read less
* In 2007-2008 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Student enrollment:
418
Students per teacher:
9
Full-time teachers:
46
Number of classrooms:
25
Arts
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Music
Band, Choral, Orchestra
Special Education
Gifted Students, Learning Differences, Speech/Language Pathologists, Title I
Vocational Education
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specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
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visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
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Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Glenview schools — Avoca West School is located at 235 Beech Dr, Glenview IL 60025. 235 Beech Dr is in the 60025 ZIP code in Glenview, IL The school district for Avoca West School is the Avoca School District 37. Avoca West School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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