For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 137 students in Avon, SD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Avon, SD are Avon Elementary - 02 and Avon Middle School - 05. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Avon, SD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Avon have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Avon, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Avon Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 Pine St
Avon, SD 57315
(605) 286-3291
Avon, SD 57315
(605) 286-3291
Gr: K-4 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Avon Middle School - 05
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
210 Pine St
Avon, SD 57315
(605) 286-3291
Avon, SD 57315
(605) 286-3291
Gr: 5-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Avon, SD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Avon, SD include Avon Elementary - 02 and Avon Middle School - 05.
How many public elementary schools are located in Avon?
2 public elementary schools are located in Avon.
What is the racial composition of students in Avon?
Avon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public elementary schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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