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5.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Colton, New York

1 schools · 1 Other

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.9/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$76,711

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$161,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
32%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
90%

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 5.9 out of 10, schools in Colton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Colton is Colton-pierrepont Central School with a composite score of 5.9/10, 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.

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Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
COLTON-PIERREPONT CENTRAL SCHOOL
381 students · Pre-K–12th 		5.9

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.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.9/10

Resources

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School District

COLTON-PIERREPONT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

1 school · 386 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 5.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 5.9/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.