For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 359 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 72% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), 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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Colton, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colton-pierrepont Central School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4921 State Hwy 56
Colton, NY 13625
(315) 262-2100
Colton, NY 13625
(315) 262-2100
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Colton, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4921 State Hwy 56
Colton, NY 13625
(315) 262-2100
Colton, NY 13625
(315) 262-2100
Gr: PK-6 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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