Merrill L Colton School serves 294 students in grades 3-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 89% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
56%
15%
White
11%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Merrill L Colton School?
294 students attend Merrill L Colton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Merrill L Colton School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrill L Colton School?
Merrill L Colton School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merrill L Colton School offer ?
Merrill L Colton School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Merrill L Colton School part of?
Merrill L Colton School is part of East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley).
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