Colfax High

Colfax School District
601 University Ave
Colfax, WI 54730
334 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Colfax High School, located at 601 University Ave in Colfax, Wisconsin, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local district. The school is committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with personal growth, aiming to prepare its student body for success in post-secondary education and the workforce. By emphasizing a supportive community atmosphere, the school strives to integrate traditional instruction with modern learning practices, ensuring that students are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of the future.

Beyond its core curriculum, Colfax High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations designed to develop leadership, teamwork, and community engagement. The school works closely with families and the surrounding Colfax community to provide a well-rounded educational experience. For those looking for specific information regarding academic calendars, district policies, or upcoming school events, the school’s official website at http://www.colfax.k12.wi.us serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community members.
334
Total Students
25.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    311 (93.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    7 (2.1 %)
  • Black
    6 (1.8 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (1.8 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.9 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Colfax School District
Phone: (715)962-3155
Website: http://www.colfax.k12.wi.us
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 334
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 85
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 49
Grade 8 61
Grade 9 47
Grade 10 67
Grade 11 62
Grade 12 48
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Elk Mound High
Elk Mound Area School District
344 Students
405 University St
Elk Mound, WI 54739 (9.2 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th