Serving 63 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Avon Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avon Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Avon Elementary - 02's student population of 63 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Avon Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avon Elementary - 02 is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon Elementary - 02's ranking?
Avon Elementary - 02 is ranked #173 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Avon Elementary - 02?
63 students attend Avon Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Avon Elementary - 02 students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avon Elementary - 02?
Avon Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Avon Elementary - 02 offer ?
Avon Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avon Elementary - 02 part of?
Avon Elementary - 02 is part of Avon School District 04-1.
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