For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,654 students in Avon, CO (there are , serving 40 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Avon, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Avon, CO are Battle Mountain High School, Homestake Peak School and Avon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Avon, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Avon have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Avon, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Battle Mountain High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
151 Miller Ranch Road
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2930
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2930
Gr: 9-12 | 946 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Homestake Peak School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
750 Eagle Road
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2940
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2940
Gr: PK-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Avon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
805 West Beaver Creek
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2950
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2950
Gr: K-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Avon, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in Avon, CO include Battle Mountain High School, Homestake Peak School and Avon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Avon?
3 public schools are located in Avon.
What percentage of students in Avon go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Avon are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Avon?
Avon public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Avon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Avon include: Avon Elementary School vs. Homestake Peak School, Homestake Peak School vs. Avon Elementary School
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