Collins Lane

1 Cougar Lane
Frankfort, KY 40601
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Collins Lane ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky 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 higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 509 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 50% in KY
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Collins Lane serves the southern part of Frankfort, KY, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Families typically drive about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 5.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Collins Lane's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1901
School Calendar

School Rankings

Collins Lane ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Collins Lane is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#504 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

44%
38%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

45%
45%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
13%
10%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

Black
4%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
69%
71%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
12%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
31%
0.50

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
18.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Collins Lane's ranking?
Collins Lane is ranked #504 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Collins Lane often compared to?
Collins Laneis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport Elementary School, Second Street 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 38% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Collins Lane?
509 students attend Collins Lane.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Collins Lane students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Collins Lane?
Collins Lane has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Collins Lane offer ?
Collins Lane offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Collins Lane part of?
Collins Lane is part of Franklin County School District.
In what neighborhood is Collins Lane located?
Collins Lane is located in the Thistleton Heights neighborhood of Frankfort, KY.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
it a great school
- Posted by Student/Alumni - chloe
5   10/10/2025
Best school and faculty ever!
- Posted by Parent - Emily Walters

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 509 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Collins Lane serves the southern part of Frankfort, KY, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Families typically drive about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 5.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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