Serving 337 students in grades 7-12, Colfax High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colfax High School's student population of 337 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colfax High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colfax High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1305 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colfax High School's ranking?
Colfax High School is ranked #1305 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Colfax High School often compared to?
Colfax High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial High School, Altoona High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colfax High School?
The graduation rate of Colfax High School is 90%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Colfax High School?
337 students attend Colfax High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Colfax High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colfax High School?
Colfax High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colfax High School offer ?
Colfax High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colfax High School part of?
Colfax High School is part of Colfax School District.
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