Serving 1,768 students in grades 9-12, Colton High 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colton High School's student population of 1,768 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Yellowjacket
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1895
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colton High 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
#6660 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colton High School's ranking?
Colton High School is ranked #6660 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Colton High School often compared to?
Colton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rialto High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colton High School?
The graduation rate of Colton High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Colton High School?
1,768 students attend Colton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Colton High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colton High School?
Colton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Colton High School offer ?
Colton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Colton High School part of?
Colton High School is part of Colton Joint Unified School District.
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