For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,654 students in 81620, CO (there are 1 private school, serving 40 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 81620, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 81620, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 81620 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81620, CO 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 81620, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Battle Mountain High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
151 Miller Ranch Road
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2930
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2930
Grades: 9-12
| 946 students
Rank: #22.
Homestake Peak School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
750 Eagle Road
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2940
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2940
Grades: PK-8
| 450 students
Rank: #33.
Avon Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
805 West Beaver Creek
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2950
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2950
Grades: K-5
| 258 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81620, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81620, CO include Battle Mountain High School, Homestake Peak School and Avon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81620?
3 public schools are located in 81620.
What percentage of students in 81620 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 81620 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81620?
81620 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).
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