Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Avon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Avon Elementary School serves the northwest part of Avon Park, FL, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the school from the zone's edge, reaching up to 5.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avon Elementary School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning to Lead...Leading to Learn
School Rankings
Avon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2033 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
51%
38%
Black
20%
21%
White
25%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon Elementary School's ranking?
Avon Elementary School is ranked #2033 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Avon Elementary School often compared to?
Avon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sun 'n Lake Elementary School, Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Avon Elementary School?
503 students attend Avon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Avon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avon Elementary School?
Avon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avon Elementary School offer ?
Avon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avon Elementary School part of?
Avon Elementary School is part of Highlands School District.
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