Serving 950 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Collins Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Collins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Collins Elementary School's student population of 950 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Collins Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Collins Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1400 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
36%
Black
20%
21%
White
42%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Collins Elementary School's ranking?
Collins Elementary School is ranked #1400 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Collins Elementary School often compared to?
Collins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sessums Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Collins Elementary School?
950 students attend Collins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Collins Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Collins Elementary School?
Collins Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Collins Elementary School offer ?
Collins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Collins Elementary School part of?
Collins Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Collins Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
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