Best Schools in Colton, New York
1 schools · 1 Other
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Colton-pierrepont Central School
Other · Colton-pierrepont Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$161,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$161,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Colton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colton-pierrepont Central School | 6.5 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $76,711
- Median home value
- $161,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Colton compares
Median household income
$77k
82% of New York median
About Schools in Colton, New York
Colton, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Colton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Colton is Colton-pierrepont Central School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Colton is served by 1 school district: COLTON-PIERREPONT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 386 students.
Colton's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,711. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 381 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Colton
Colton, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,711
Median Home Value
$161,900
Median Rent
$381/mo
Population
1,689
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Community Profile
Colton has a median household income of $76,711. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,900, with a median rent of $381/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
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- New York
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Colton, New York
How many schools are in Colton, New York?
Colton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Colton, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Colton is 6.5 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 Colton, New York?
The top-ranked school in Colton on MySchoolScout is Colton-pierrepont Central School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Colton, New York?
Colton is served by 1 school district: Colton-pierrepont Central School District.
What is the education level in Colton, New York?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Colton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Colton, New York?
The median household income in Colton is approximately $76,711 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Colton, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Colton is 10.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Colton, New York?
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, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.