Summary:
Zip code 06001 contains exactly one high school, Avon High School, which serves grades 9 through 12 with 946 students and is part of the Avon School District. Because it is the only high school in the area, this summary focuses on Avon High School's performance relative to its district, the state of Connecticut, and its own recent history.
Avon High School is a standout institution with exceptional academic outcomes. In the 2025–2026 school year, its SAT English Language Arts proficiency rate was 82.4% compared to the state average of 55.3%, math proficiency was 58.6% versus 31.3% statewide, and science proficiency reached 71.2% versus 50.5%. The school also boasts a 96.6% graduation rate, well above the district's 95.0% and the state's 91.2%. Its ranking history confirms top-tier status, with state rankings of 6th in 2024–2025, 13th in 2025–2026, and 17th in 2023–2024, placing it consistently in the top 10% of Connecticut high schools. The district itself carries a 4-star rating and ranks 19th out of 153 districts in the state.
While performance is excellent, a few areas are worth watching. Test scores dipped modestly from the prior year—ELA fell from 85.4% to 82.4%, math from 62.3% to 58.6%, and science from 76.9% to 71.2%—though these remain far above state averages. Chronic absenteeism is the most notable concern: at 16.5%, it matches the state average (16.4%) but is significantly higher than the district's 10.1%. The school benefits from favorable resources, including a low student–teacher ratio of 11.7 and per-student spending of $19,651, which supports smaller classes and strong academic supports. With relatively low economic disadvantage (14.48% free/reduced lunch eligibility) and a proven track record of high achievement, Avon High School offers a strong, well-rounded educational environment for families in the area.
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