Excellent
#294 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Colfax Charter Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4935 North Colfax Ave., Valley Village, CA 91601
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#294 of 9,539
In Valley Village
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#35 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Colfax Charter Elementary
Colfax Charter Elementary is a public elementary school in Valley Village, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Colfax Charter Elementary serves approximately 751 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Colfax Charter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Colfax Charter Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Colfax Charter Elementary runs 25:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Colfax Charter Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Colfax Charter Elementary — Students at Colfax Charter Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Colfax Charter Elementary Compares
See how Colfax Charter Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4935 North Colfax Ave., Valley Village, CA 91601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colfax Charter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burbank Boulevard Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby North Hollywood), a more accessible option. Another option is THE WESLEY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby North Hollywood), a more accessible option. Additionally, OAKWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby North Hollywood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Valley Village, see our Valley Village schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Hollywood Senior High North Hollywood | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| OAKWOOD SCHOOL North Hollywood | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| OAKWOOD ELEMENTARY North Hollywood | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Oakwood Secondary North Hollywood | 0.3 mi | — |
| VALLEY TORAH HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS' DIVISION Valley Village | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Amelia Earhart Continuation North Hollywood | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Walter Reed Middle North Hollywood | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| THE WESLEY SCHOOL North Hollywood | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| THE WESLEY SCHOOL North Hollywood | 0.6 mi | — |
| ABC LITTLE SCHOOL Studio City | 0.7 mi | — |
| North Hollywood Christian Academy North Hollywood | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST PAUL'S FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Hollywood | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Campbell Hall (Episcopal) Studio City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lankershim Elementary North Hollywood | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Citizens of the World Charter School East Valley Valley Village | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| BETH HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Valley Village | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| BETH HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Valley Village | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Beth Hillel Day Valley Village | 0.8 mi | — |
| Yeshiva Ketana of Los Angeles Valley Village | 0.9 mi | — |
| Burbank Boulevard Elementary North Hollywood | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,540
Median Home Value
$961,700
Median Rent
$2,115/mo
Population
37,033
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
16%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
34.1
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|---|---|
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.0 |
| Castille Elementary Mission Viejo, CA | 9.0 |
| Cumberland Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 9.0 |
| Ethan B. Allen Elementary Fountain Valley, CA | 9.0 |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Monica, CA | 9.0 |
| Harold William Kolb Dublin, CA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colfax Charter Elementary
What grades does Colfax Charter Elementary serve?
Colfax Charter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Colfax Charter Elementary?
Colfax Charter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 751 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colfax Charter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Colfax Charter Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colfax Charter Elementary rank in CA?
Colfax Charter Elementary ranks #294 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Colfax Charter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Colfax Charter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Colfax Charter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colfax Charter Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Colfax Charter Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Colfax Charter Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Colfax Charter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Colfax Charter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colfax Charter Elementary?
29.0% of students at Colfax Charter Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 751
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (818) 761-5115
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #35 of 769
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