For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 582 students in Colfax, NC.
The top ranked public school in Colfax, NC is Colfax Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Colfax, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Colfax have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Colfax, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Colfax Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9112 West Market Street
Colfax, NC 27235
(336) 275-4332
Colfax, NC 27235
(336) 275-4332
Grades: PK-5
| 582 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Colfax, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Colfax, NC include Colfax Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Colfax?
1 public schools are located in Colfax.
What is the racial composition of students in Colfax?
Colfax public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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