The History of Colfax Elementary School
Colfax School has a rich history in the community. Browse
this website to learn more about it!
this website to learn more about it!
Colfax Elementary School is a kindergarten - fifth grade school located in western Guilford County. It is a part of the Guilford County Schools district, comprising 127 schools. Guilford County was the first county to establish graded schools in towns and rural areas. Guilford County was formed in 1771, and by 1880, about the time Colfax School was established, there were over 23,000 people living in the county. If you have information or items to share about the history of our school, please contact us!
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Original BuildingThe first building housing Colfax School, circa 1875 - 1904.
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White Frame School
The second building, circa 1905 - 1923, had two to three rooms.
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High SchoolThe third building, Colfax Public School, educated students from 1924-1983.
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