For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 411 students in Akron, CO.
The top ranked public schools in Akron, CO are Akron High School and Akron Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Akron, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Akron have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Akron, CO (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Akron High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Elm Avenue
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2268
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2268
Grades: 9-12
| 97 students
Rank: #22.
Akron Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Elm Avenue
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2266
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2266
Grades: PK-8
| 314 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Akron, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Akron, CO include Akron High School and Akron Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Akron, CO?
2 public schools are located in Akron, CO.
What is the racial composition of students in Akron, CO?
Akron, CO public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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