Best 81620 Colorado Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 663 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 18% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), 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 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81620, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Homestake Peak School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
750 Eagle Road
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2940
Gr: PK-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Avon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
805 West Beaver Creek
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 328-2950
Gr: K-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

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 51% (majority Hispanic).

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