Serving 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Colfax Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colfax Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Colfax Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colfax Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colfax Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
22%
25%
White
51%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colfax Elementary School's ranking?
Colfax Elementary School is ranked #277 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Colfax Elementary School?
582 students attend Colfax Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Colfax Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colfax Elementary School?
Colfax Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Colfax Elementary School offer ?
Colfax Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Colfax Elementary School part of?
Colfax Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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