Serving 77 students in grades 9-12, Avon High School - 01 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Avon High School's attendance zone covers the entire Avon, SD school district, encompassing approximately 180.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 13.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avon High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Avon High School - 01's student population of 77 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avon High School - 01 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon High School - 01 is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
78%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon High School - 01's ranking?
Avon High School - 01 is ranked #173 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avon High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Avon High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Avon High School - 01?
77 students attend Avon High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Avon High School - 01 students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avon High School - 01?
Avon High School - 01 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Avon High School - 01 offer ?
Avon High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avon High School - 01 part of?
Avon High School - 01 is part of Avon School District 04-1.
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