Serving 774 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colfax Charter Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colfax Charter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Colfax Charter Elementary School's student population of 774 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
774 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Motto
Rooted in Education and Reaching for the Stars
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Colfax Charter Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colfax Charter Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#348 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colfax Charter Elementary School's ranking?
Colfax Charter Elementary School is ranked #348 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Colfax Charter Elementary School often compared to?
Colfax Charter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Vista Elementary School, Carpenter Community Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Colfax Charter Elementary School?
774 students attend Colfax Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Colfax Charter Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colfax Charter Elementary School?
Colfax Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Colfax Charter Elementary School offer ?
Colfax Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Colfax Charter Elementary School part of?
Colfax Charter Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Colfax Charter Elementary School located?
Colfax Charter Elementary School is located in the Valley Village neighborhood of North Hollywood, CA.
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