For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 708 students in 81620, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81620, CO are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 81620 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81620, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81620, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 elementary schools in 81620, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81620, CO include Homestake Peak School and Avon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81620?
2 public elementary schools are located in 81620.
What is the racial composition of students in 81620?
81620 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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