Colton High School is a public high school in Colton, Oregon, United States. Colton High School is a small, rural high school tucked into the foothills of the Cascades in Western Oregon. They currently employ 13 teachers who are serving approximately 200 students.
Serving 161 students in grades 9-12, Colton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Colton High School's student population of 161 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
A partnership of parents, students, school and community dedicated to quality learning and the continual pursuit of excellence.
School Rankings
Colton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colton High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1038 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
26%
White
87%
57%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colton High School's ranking?
Colton High School is ranked #1038 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colton High School?
The graduation rate of Colton High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Colton High School?
161 students attend Colton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Colton High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colton High School?
Colton High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Colton High School offer ?
Colton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colton High School part of?
Colton High School is part of Colton SD 53 School District.
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