Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Colfax Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colfax Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Colfax Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Colfax Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colfax Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#318 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colfax Elementary School's ranking?
Colfax Elementary School is ranked #318 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Colfax Elementary School often compared to?
Colfax Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mound View Elementary School, Tiffany Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Colfax Elementary School?
368 students attend Colfax Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Colfax Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colfax Elementary School?
Colfax Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colfax Elementary School offer ?
Colfax Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colfax Elementary School part of?
Colfax Elementary School is part of Colfax School District.
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