Avon High School vs Canton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 6.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avon High School
Avon · Public high · Grades 9–12
946 students
Canton High School
Canton · Public high · Grades 9–12
443 students
| Measure | Avon High School Avon, Connecticut | Canton High School Canton, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #14 of 180 | #20 of 180 |
| National rank | #392 of 16,910 | #505 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 946 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 946 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.5% | 21.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 67% |
| city | Avon | Canton |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Avon High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.6 vs 86.4).
- •Avon High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Avon High School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 82%).
- •Avon High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.5% vs 21.9%).
- •Canton High School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 11.8).
- •Avon High School is the larger school with 946 students compared with 443.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Avon High School better than Canton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Avon High School ranks higher (87.6 vs 86.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Avon High School and Canton High School?
About 6.6 km in a straight line, between Avon and Canton in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avon High School: 946. Canton High School: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avon High School and Canton High School rank in Connecticut?
Avon High School is 14th of 180 and Canton High School is 20th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).