Best Akron Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 415 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 28% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Akron, CO (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akron High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
600 Elm Avenue
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2268
Gr: 9-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Akron Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Elm Avenue
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2266
Gr: PK-8 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

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?
2 public schools are located in Akron.
What is the racial composition of students in Akron?
Akron public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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