Serving 788 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Collins Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Collins Elementary serves the eastern part of Houston, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Collins Elementary School's student population of 788 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
788 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Collins Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Collins Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4998 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
79%
54%
Black
15%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Collins Elementary School's ranking?
Collins Elementary School is ranked #4998 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Collins Elementary School often compared to?
Collins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neff Elementary School, Best Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Collins Elementary School?
788 students attend Collins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Collins Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Collins Elementary School?
Collins Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Collins Elementary School located?
Collins Elementary School is located in the Chinatown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Chinatown.
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