Best Schools in Avon, Indiana
14 schools · 8 Elementary · 4 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Avon?
Use this page to compare every school in Avon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Hickory Elementary School
Elementary · Avon Community School Corp. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cedar Elementary School
Elementary · Avon Community School Corp. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pine Tree Elementary School
Elementary · Avon Community School Corp. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Avon for 2026 are Hickory Elementary School (9.0/10), Cedar Elementary School (9.0/10), and Pine Tree Elementary School (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
14
12 public · 2 private
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$293,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
14
12 public · 2 private
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$293,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.0/10 despite 48% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Avon schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Avon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hickory Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Cedar Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Pine Tree Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Sycamore Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Maple Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Avon High School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Avon Intermediate School East | 8.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Avon Intermediate School West | 8.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Avon Middle School South | 8.3 / 10 |
| 10 | River Birch Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $102,989
- Median home value
- $293,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
93% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Avon compares
Indiana rank
#16 of 218
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.8
above Indiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$103k
143% of Indiana median
Schools in this city
14
About Schools in Avon, Indiana
Avon's public school system spans 12 ranked schools across all grade levels, from early learning through high school. The district covers elementary, middle, and high school tiers, giving families a clear K–12 path within a single system. With an average score of 8.1 out of 10 across all 12 schools, this is a consistently high-performing landscape — not a system where a few standouts prop up a weak middle.
That consistency is the headline number. All 12 ranked schools in Avon score 7.0 or above, meaning families encounter quality options at every level regardless of which attendance zone they land in. That's a harder result to achieve than it sounds — most mid-sized city systems produce a performance curve with low-scoring outliers pulling the average down. Avon doesn't have any.
Cedar Elementary leads the district at 9.1 out of 10, the top score among all 12 schools. Three schools cluster just behind it at 8.7: Avon High School, Sycamore Elementary, and Avon Middle School South. White Oak Early Learning Center rounds out the top five at 8.4. For families with young children entering the system, the two top-tier elementary schools rank among the strongest in the city — and the high school scores nearly as high as the district's best elementary, which means the quality doesn't erode as students advance.
For parents comparing Avon against neighboring communities, the practical story is straightforward: the floor is high and the ceiling is higher. A 7.0+ sweep across every school means a family moving to Avon doesn't need to map attendance boundaries to steer around low-performing options — there aren't any. The stronger decision point becomes which specific programs, extracurriculars, or school cultures fit a child's needs, not which zones to avoid. Avon earns a top position on any comparison list for families who put broad, district-wide school quality first.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 592 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 675 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.0 | ||
| 3 | 405 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.8 | ||
| 4 | 531 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.7 | ||
| 5 | 775 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.5 | ||
| 6 | 753 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.3 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Kingsway Christian School
Private
400 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | Our Shepherd Lutheran School
Private
136 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.4 | ||
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 815 students · 5th–6th | 8.3 |
| 2 | 737 students · 5th–6th | 8.3 |
| 3 | 845 students · 7th–8th | 8.3 |
| 4 | 878 students · 7th–8th | 7.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,480 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 250 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.8 |
Schools in Avon
Avon, Indiana · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$102,989
Median Home Value
$293,000
Median Rent
$1,467/mo
Population
42,395
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Community Profile
Avon has a median household income of $102,989. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $293,000, with a median rent of $1,467/month. The local poverty rate of 3.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Indiana
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Indiana
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Avon, Indiana
How many schools are in Avon, Indiana?
Avon has 14 schools, including 12 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Avon, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Avon is 8.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Avon, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Avon on MySchoolScout is Hickory Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Avon, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Avon on MySchoolScout is Hickory Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Avon, Indiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Avon on MySchoolScout is Avon Intermediate School East with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best high school in Avon, Indiana?
The top-ranked high school in Avon on MySchoolScout is Avon High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Avon, Indiana?
Avon is served by 1 school district: Avon Community School Corp.
What is the education level in Avon, Indiana?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Avon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Avon, Indiana?
The median household income in Avon is approximately $102,989 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Avon, Indiana?
Yes, Avon has 2 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Kingsway Christian School with a score of 8.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Avon, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Avon is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Avon, Indiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.