For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 381 students in Colton, NY.
The top ranked public school in Colton, NY is Colton-pierrepont Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Colton, NY public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Colton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Colton, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Colton-pierrepont Central School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4921 State Hwy 56
Colton, NY 13625
(315) 262-2100
Colton, NY 13625
(315) 262-2100
Grades: PK-12
| 381 students
Colton, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4921 State Hwy 56
Colton, NY 13625
(315) 262-2100
Colton, NY 13625
(315) 262-2100
Grades: PK-6
| 185 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Colton, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Colton, NY include Colton-pierrepont Central School.
How many public schools are located in Colton?
1 public schools are located in Colton.
What is the racial composition of students in Colton?
Colton public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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