Very Good
#2078 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Colton High
High School · Colton Joint Unified
777 West Valley Blvd., Colton, CA 92324
Enrollment
1,768
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,768
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,078 of 9,539
In Colton
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 27
Colton Joint Unified
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Colton High
Colton High is a public high school in Colton, CA, part of Colton Joint Unified. Colton High serves approximately 1,768 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Colton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,078 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Colton High show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Colton High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Colton High — Students at Colton High score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Colton High Compares
See how Colton High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
777 West Valley Blvd., Colton, CA 92324
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colton High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middle College High (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby San Bernardino), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rialto High (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rialto), a more accessible option. For more schools in Colton, see our Colton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ulysses Grant Elementary Colton | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Colton Middle Colton | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Paul Rogers Elementary Colton | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary Colton | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| William McKinley Elementary Colton | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Colton | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary Colton | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Washington High Colton | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Colton | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| William G. Jehue Middle Colton | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Georgia F. Morris Elementary Colton | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Rialto High Rialto | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Mojave River Academy - National Trails Oro Grande | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| J.P. Kelley Elementary Rialto | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Middle College High San Bernardino | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Sierra School of East Valley Colton | 1.9 mi | — |
| Urbita Elementary San Bernardino | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Richardson PREP HI Middle San Bernardino | 2.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Grand Terrace Elementary Grand Terrace | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| J. Calvin Boyd Elementary Rialto | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,419
Median Home Value
$413,100
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
57,049
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
34.4
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|---|---|
| Corona del Mar High Costa Mesa, CA | 7.7 |
| Cosumnes Oaks High Elk Grove, CA | 7.7 |
| Dos Pueblos Senior High Goleta, CA | 7.7 |
| Edison High Fresno, CA | 7.7 |
| El Segundo High El Segundo, CA | 7.7 |
| Foothill High Palo Cedro, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colton High
What grades does Colton High serve?
Colton High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Colton High?
Colton High has an enrollment of approximately 1,768 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colton High?
The student-teacher ratio at Colton High is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colton High rank in CA?
Colton High ranks #2,078 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Colton High's MySchoolScout rating?
Colton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Colton High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colton High has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Colton High a charter school?
No, Colton High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colton High a Title I school?
No, Colton High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colton High?
89.4% of students at Colton High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,768
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (909) 580-5005
- 4-Year Graduation
- 83.0%
Resources & Links
District
Colton Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,912
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,938
- District Rank
- #3 of 27
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