Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Homestake Peak School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Homestake Peak School serves the southeast part of Avon, CO, covering an extensive area of approximately 323.3 square miles. Families in this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Homestake Peak School's student population of 421 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Homestake Peak School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homestake Peak School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1125 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestake Peak School's ranking?
Homestake Peak School is ranked #1125 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Homestake Peak School often compared to?
Homestake Peak Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berry Creek Middle School, Avon Elementary School, Red Sandstone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Homestake Peak School?
421 students attend Homestake Peak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Homestake Peak School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homestake Peak School?
Homestake Peak School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Homestake Peak School offer ?
Homestake Peak School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Homestake Peak School part of?
Homestake Peak School is part of Eagle County School District No. Re 50.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Wow! Great school with amazing teachers and supportive administration! They really support each student where they are and are sincerely focused on growth. Could not be happier!
5 10/10/2025
Wonderful school! The principal, Vice Principal, and teachers are amazing! Very caring and supportive. Go Falcons!
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