Serving 870 students in grades 7-8, Colton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colton Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Colton, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colton Middle School's student population of 870 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
870 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where We Dream More, Learn More, Do More, Become More
School Rankings
Colton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colton Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8745 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colton Middle School's ranking?
Colton Middle School is ranked #8745 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Colton Middle School?
870 students attend Colton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Colton Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colton Middle School?
Colton Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Colton Middle School offer ?
Colton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Colton Middle School part of?
Colton Middle School is part of Colton Joint Unified School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Bad school, very messy, dirty campus and a lot of bullies at the Campus. rude teachers.
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