Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Colton School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Colton School's student population of 163 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colton School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colton School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#698 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
91%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colton School's ranking?
Colton School is ranked #698 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Colton School often compared to?
Colton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palouse High School, Oakesdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colton School?
The graduation rate of Colton School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Colton School?
163 students attend Colton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Colton School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colton School?
Colton School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Colton School offer ?
Colton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colton School part of?
Colton School is part of Colton School District.
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