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
2.9
661 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Paul Lundberg
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
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
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.7
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
30
Full Time Teachers
30
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
28
Math
28
English
28
Reading
30
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
44.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

9
Test Scores
8
Equity
9
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Math
19.9%
State Average
19.4%
Science
13%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
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
51.9%
Female
47.3%
White
76.9%
Hispanic
10%
Two or more races
7.7%
Asian
<1%
Native American
<1%
Black
<1%
Filipino
<1%

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 83 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 75 Students
University of California - Davis 72 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 61 Students
San Diego State University 58 Students
University of California - Berkeley 53 Students
California State University - Sacramento 49 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 46 Students
University of California - San Diego 41 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 41 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 55 Students
Biology 36 Students
Psychology 26 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 20 Students
Nursing 18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 16 Students
Political Science and Government 15 Students
Marine Biology and Oceanography 12 Students
Criminology 11 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 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 Parent
1/9/2021
Small school which affords all students a chance to do multiple sports, as well as excel academically in relatively small class sizes with teachers that care about their students.
5.0 Senior
11/6/2020
I love it! Teachers are great. I am a part of sports as well which are very successful. Classes are hard but provide a good opportunity and help for learning.
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2.9 10 Reviews
1.0 other
8/12/2025
Was a student with a learning disability that they 100% failed.
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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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Colfax High School

Colfax High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Colfax, CA, in the Colfax neighborhood, and is served by the Placer Union High School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 661 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Colfax High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.7, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $536,540. Discover additional schools in the area, like Falling Star School, American Christian Academy, Taylor Academy, and more. Learn more about what Colfax has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Colfax High School.

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