Avon High School is a public high school located in Avon, Livingston County, New York. It is the only high school operated by the Avon Central School District.
Serving 311 students in grades 9-12, Avon High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Avon High School's attendance zone covers the entire Avon school district, encompassing approximately 50.6 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avon High School's student population of 311 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Avon High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#644 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
88%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon High School's ranking?
Avon High School is ranked #644 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Avon High School often compared to?
Avon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caledonia-mumford Middle/high School, Livonia Middle/high School, Geneseo Middle School High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avon High School?
The graduation rate of Avon High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Avon High School?
311 students attend Avon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Avon High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avon High School?
Avon High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Avon High School offer ?
Avon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Avon High School part of?
Avon High School is part of Avon Central School District.
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