Colfax High School vs Forks High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 541 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colfax High School
Colfax · Public high · Grades 7–12
263 students
Forks High School
Forks · Public high · Grades 9–12
264 students
| Measure | Colfax High School Colfax, Washington | Forks High School Forks, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #39 of 333 | #208 of 333 |
| National rank | #2555 of 16,910 | #8849 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 263 | 264 |
| Enrollment | 263 | 264 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.7% | 58.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 36% |
| city | Colfax | Forks |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Colfax High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.1 vs 48.2).
- •Colfax High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 36%).
- •Colfax High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 55%).
- •Colfax High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.7% vs 58.7%).
- •Forks High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 16.4).
- •Forks High School is the larger school with 264 students compared with 263.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Colfax High School better than Forks High School?
On the Success Index (US), Colfax High School ranks higher (73.1 vs 48.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Colfax High School and Forks High School?
About 541 km in a straight line, between Colfax and Forks in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colfax High School: 263. Forks High School: 264. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colfax High School and Forks High School rank in Washington?
Colfax High School is 39th of 333 and Forks High School is 208th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).