For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 126 students in Colfax, ND.
The top-ranked public school in Colfax, ND is Richland Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Colfax, ND public school have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Colfax have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Colfax, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richland Junior-senior High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Main Ave
Colfax, ND 58018
(701) 372-3713
Colfax, ND 58018
(701) 372-3713
Gr: 7-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Colfax, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Colfax, ND include Richland Junior-senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Colfax?
1 public schools are located in Colfax.
What is the racial composition of students in Colfax?
Colfax public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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