Colfax High School

Colfax High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
24995 Ben Taylor Rd,  Colfax, CA
Placer Union High School District
3.8
3.1
661 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Paul Lundberg
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.7
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B
College Prep
C+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.7
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
28
Math
27
English
27
Reading
30
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
44.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

9
Test Scores
9
Equity
8
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Math
20.6%
State Average
17.9%
Science
15.1%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
320:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.6%
Female
46.8%
White
74.8%
Hispanic
11.9%
Two or more races
10.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Native American
<1%
Black
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Sierra College 80 Students
University of California - Davis 74 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 69 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 58 Students
San Diego State University 56 Students
University of California - Berkeley 55 Students
California State University - Sacramento 48 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 44 Students
University of California - San Diego 39 Students
University of Nevada, Reno 39 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 54 Students
Biology 34 Students
Psychology 26 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 20 Students
Nursing 19 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Political Science and Government 13 Students
English 12 Students
Chemistry 11 Students
Environmental Science 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 130 Reviews
4.0 Alum
2/22/2023
I liked the teacher to student ratio and the bonds the students got to make with teachers. I liked how it was a slower pace and teachers took a lot of time to make sure everyone understood and was learning. I do however wish that the teachers/counselors/administrators were more helpful in assisting students with college.
5.0 Sophomore
12/13/2019
Colfax high school is an amazing school with so many great opportunities for kids to step out of their comfort zones and be their own ambassador. The community at this school is more like a family with help and support on all aspects. Any kid growing up and going through high school would be very content at Colfax.
3.0 Senior
2/1/2018
My experience at Colfax High School was interesting to meet all new people from the school around. I enjoyed the support we gave to our sports teams. The teacher here are very kind and caring to each and every student.
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3.1 9 Reviews
2.0 parent
3/21/2025
The teachers are dedicated, motivated, and creative with the very few resources they are given. However, their new grading system is lacking and teaches to the lowest common denominator of student. Low performing students skate by without receiving the instruction needed to build stamina and interes...
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5.0 parent
8/22/2022
Love the spirit, teachers and overall opportunity provided by CHS. I have had three kids go through this school, 2 continued onto major universities and the third is on their way (currently attends CHS). In addition to getting an IB education, they are able to participate in a variety of sports thro...
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5.0 student
2/1/2019
AMAZING, great experience, just the type of school you want to send your child to
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5.0 student
8/17/2018
Teachers have high expectations, but if you leave a good early impression on them they will likely remember you in a better light than someone who didn't even bother to say hello. As far as High schools go, this is a great experience.
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