Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Colton School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (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 155 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colton School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colton School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#890 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colton School's ranking?
Colton School is ranked #890 out of 2,088 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% 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?
155 students attend Colton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Colton School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colton School part of?
Colton School is part of Colton School District.
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