For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 398 students in Colfax, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Colfax, WI is Colfax Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Colfax, WI public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Colfax have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Colfax, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colfax Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 University Ave
Colfax, WI 54730
(715) 962-3676
Colfax, WI 54730
(715) 962-3676
Gr: PK-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Colfax, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Colfax, WI include Colfax Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Colfax?
1 public elementary schools are located in Colfax.
What is the racial composition of students in Colfax?
Colfax public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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