Colton-Pierrepont Central School is a public school in Colton, New York, United States. It consists of grades pre-kindergarten through 12, and enrolls around 390 students.
Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Colton-pierrepont Central School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colton-pierrepont Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Colton-pierrepont Central School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Colors
Purple, Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Colton-pierrepont Central School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colton-pierrepont Central School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#867 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
98%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colton-pierrepont Central School's ranking?
Colton-pierrepont Central School is ranked #867 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colton-pierrepont Central School?
The graduation rate of Colton-pierrepont Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Colton-pierrepont Central School?
359 students attend Colton-pierrepont Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Colton-pierrepont Central School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colton-pierrepont Central School?
Colton-pierrepont Central School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Colton-pierrepont Central School offer ?
Colton-pierrepont Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colton-pierrepont Central School part of?
Colton-pierrepont Central School is part of Colton-Pierrepont Central School District.
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