For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 200 students in Colden, NY.
The top ranked public school in Colden, NY is Colden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Colden, NY public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Colden have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Colden, NY (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colden Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8263 Boston-colden Rd
Colden, NY 14033
(716) 592-3217
Colden, NY 14033
(716) 592-3217
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Colden, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Colden, NY include Colden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Colden?
1 public schools are located in Colden.
What is the racial composition of students in Colden?
Colden public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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