For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 717 students in Avon, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in Avon, MS are Riverside High School and Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Avon, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Avon have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Avon, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
939 Riverside Road
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 334-1797
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 334-1797
Gr: 7-12 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
939 Riverside Road
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 335-4528
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 335-4528
Gr: PK-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Avon, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Avon, MS include Riverside High School and Riverside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Avon?
2 public schools are located in Avon.
What is the racial composition of students in Avon?
Avon public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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